Melissa Name Meaning & Origin
/muh-LIS-uh/Name Origin
Greek origin, derived from 'Melitta', meaning 'honey bee'. Popularized in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
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American (Western) 60% -
Australian (Western) 20% -
Canadian (Western) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Melissa
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Melissa in the US (SSA Data):
Melissa Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.