What does Melissha mean and where does it come from?
Melissha is a variant of the name Melissa, which is derived from the Greek word 'melissa' (μέλισσα), meaning 'bee.' The name Melissa has been popular since antiquity, and its variants, including Melissha, emerged mainly in the United States in the late 20th century. The symbolism of bees often repre
Cultural significance
Melissha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.
Peak popularity
Reached #9569 in 1977 — currently #1252 in the US.
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Melissha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Melissha Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Melissha Rose
Floral · soft ending
Melissha Mae
Sweet · timeless
Melissha Claire
French influence · crisp
Melissha Jane
Literary · strong
Melissha Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Melissha right now?
Holding steady — currently #1252 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #1252 | 948 | ▲ up 5 · +2% births |
| 2022 | #1257 | 928 | ▲ up 5 · +3% births |
| 2021 | #1262 | 898 | — |
The story of Melissha
Melissha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 6 total births recorded, Melissha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1262 in 2021 to #1252 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Melissha in 1977:
💎Melissha has only 6 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Melissha?
What names sound and feel like Melissha?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Melissha also consider these
Common questions about the name Melissha
What does the name Melissha mean?
Melissha means "A beloved name with deep roots" — 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 Melissha?
Melissha 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 Melissha?
Melissha 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 Melissha?
Melissha is a 5-syllable name pronounced M EH1 L IY0 EH1 S EH1 S HH AA1. 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 Melissha?
Melissha 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.