Malissie

“Variant of 'Melinda', meaning 'sugar' or 'honey'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1504US 2023

696Births / yr

→Stable

449All-time births

📅 Since 188100.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Malissie

MAH·lee·ZSEE

/ˈmɑ.liː.ˈzsiː/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“Variant of 'Melinda', meaning 'sugar' or 'honey'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Malissie mean and where does it come from?

Malissie is a modern and unique variation of the name Melinda. The name Melinda itself is derived from 'mel' (honey) and 'inda', meaning 'it is often related to sweetness or pleasantness'. Malissie is not a common name and may reflect contemporary naming trends in the United States where parents see

Cultural significance

Malissie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of 'melinda', meaning 'sugar' or 'honey'..

Peak popularity

Reached #655 in 1885 — currently #1504 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Malissie?

Malissie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Malissie Grace

How popular is Malissie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1504 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1885–2023#1504 · Top 1.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1504	696	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1509	676	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1514	646	▲ up 3073 · +12820% births
1930	#4587	5	▼ down 1634 · -55% births
1925	#2953	11	▲ up 409 · +22% births
1920	#3362	9	▼ down 1467 · -47% births
1915	#1895	17	▼ down 614 · +31% births
1910	#1281	13	▼ down 26 · +30% births
1905	#1255	10	▲ up 83 · +11% births
1900	#1338	9	▼ down 261 · -10% births
1895	#1077	10	▼ down 107 · +11% births
1890	#970	9	▼ down 315 · -25% births
1885	#655	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Malissie

Best Year1905Rank #1255

Peak Count696

Average Rank#2120

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202310 years

The story of Malissie

Malissie has been a beloved American name for over 143 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1881. With 449 total births recorded, Malissie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #655 in 1885, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1504 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Malissie in 1885:

Mary Anna Emma Elizabeth Margaret

Malissie by decade

Malissie peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	47
1890s	67
1900s	80
1910s ★	126
1920s	103
1930s	21
1970s	5

💎Malissie has only 449 total recorded births since 1881 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Malissie?

Common

MalMalieMalyIssie

What names sound and feel like Malissie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Malissie also consider these

Melissie

American · honey bee

Massie

American · A derivative of

Mallerie

American · Variant of Mallory,

Malonnie

American · Variant of the

Mallarie

American · Variant of Mallory,

Makensie

American · son of the

Maisie

Scotland · A diminutive form

Mackensie

American · son of the

Common questions about the name Malissie

What does the name Malissie mean?

Malissie means "Variant of 'Melinda', meaning 'sugar' or 'honey'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Malissie?

Malissie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Malissie?

Malissie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Malissie?

Malissie is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 L IY0 Z S IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Malissie?

Malissie pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.