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Melissa

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Melissa Name Meaning and Origin

Melissa Name Meaning and Origin

Name Meaning

Bee, sweet, honey

Name Origin

Greek

Melissa is a Greek name meaning 'bee'. In Greek mythology, Melissa was a nymph who cared for the infant Zeus. The name also connotes sweetness and honey, symbolizing industriousness and productivity.

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Melissa Name Popularity Insights

2024
Ranking
757
U.S. Population

The data is sourced from the Social Security Administration. Since the agency has only released data up to 2022, the rankings for 2023 and 2024 are based on estimates from platform data. We will update the final results once the official data is released.

Melissa Phonetic Appeal

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Melissa has a smooth and melodious pronunciation, making it easy to say and remember.

Name Melody Rating:
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The name Melissa has a pleasant rhythm with three syllables, creating a balanced and harmonious sound.

Famous People Named Melissa

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● Melissa McCarthy

● Melissa Joan Hart

● Melissa Benoist

Potential Negative Connotations of Melissa

The name Melissa does not have any significant negative associations. It is commonly viewed as a positive and charming name with its associations of bees and sweetness.

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