Wikipedia:
The Ukrainian word Melnyk means "miller" (as a profession). It is common family surname in Ukraine. Names of this derivation exist in much of Europe, for example Müller in Germany or Melnik in Russia.
People with the surname
Andriy Melnyk (1890–1964), Ukrainian military and political leaderCameron Melnyk, lead singer for Canadian rock band State of ShockEugene Melnyk (born 1959), Canadian businessman and owner of the Ottawa SenatorsFaina Melnyk (born 1945), Ukraininan discus throwerGerry Melnyk (1934–2001), former Canadian ice hockey forwardJeff Melnyk, Canadian electronic music producerJoseline Peña-Melnyk, American politician who represents District 21 in the Maryland House of DelegatesLarry Melnyk (born 1960), retired Canadian ice hockey defencemanLubomyr Melnyk (born 1948), composer and pianist who pioneered 'continuous music'Nicholas Melnyk, provincial politician from Alberta, CanadaSteve Melnyk (golfer) (born 1947), a former American professional golferVadym Melnyk (born 1980), professional Ukrainian football defenderViktor Melnyk (born 1980), professional Ukrainian football defender
