His full nickname is actually Cabeza de Melon, (Watermelon-head). Melon was given that name by the Homies for several reasons. His family has run the watermelon stand at the local Swap-Meat (Flea-market) for generations. He was called, "Meloncito"as a baby by his Jefitos (Parents), because of his large and unusually shaped head. The name stuck with him as he grew older and now he is known as just plain," Melon".