Melora

Melora is a proper noun used as a feminine given name and, in some fantasy settings, as the name of fictional deities. It is also used as a place name in several regions.

In fantasy contexts, Melora is commonly depicted as a goddess associated with nature, the wild, and the sea. Its portrayal varies by setting, and worshippers often include druids, rangers, sailors, and coastal communities. Her domains typically touch on wilderness, the harvest, and travel, with mythic roles that emphasize harmony between land and water.

Notable people with the given name include American actresses Melora Hardin and Melora Walters.

The name Melora also appears as a toponym in small communities and is used in some works of fiction and games as a place-name or world-building element.

Etymology for Melora is uncertain; it may be a modern coinage or derived from other names, and there is no single universally agreed origin.