What does Melissia mean and where does it come from?
Melissia is a feminine variation of the name Melissa, which has Greek origins, referring to a bee or honey. This name symbolizes sweetness and the nurturing attributes associated with bees. While the name Melissa gained significant popularity in the English-speaking world from the 1960s onward, Meli
Cultural significance
Melissia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bee, honey bee.
Peak popularity
Reached #940 in 1968 — currently #1405 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Melissia?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Melissia?
Melissia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Melissia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Melissia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Melissia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Melissia Claire
French influence · crisp
Melissia Jane
Literary · strong
Melissia Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Melissia right now?
Holding steady — currently #1405 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #1405 | 795 | ▲ up 5 · +3% births |
| 2022 | #1410 | 775 | ▲ up 5 · +4% births |
| 2021 | #1415 | 745 | ▲ up 13697 · +14800% births |
| 2000 | #15112 | 5 | ▼ down 1616 |
| 1995 | #13496 | 5 | ▼ down 7917 · -69% births |
| 1990 | #5579 | 16 | ▼ down 2488 · -45% births |
| 1985 | #3091 | 29 | ▼ down 928 · -38% births |
| 1980 | #2163 | 47 | ▼ down 845 · -43% births |
| 1975 | #1318 | 83 | ▼ down 238 · -26% births |
| 1970 | #1080 | 112 | ▲ up 646 · +160% births |
| 1965 | #1726 | 43 | ▲ up 1289 · +153% births |
| 1960 | #3015 | 17 | ▲ up 821 · +70% births |
| 1955 | #3836 | 10 | ▲ up 243 · +43% births |
| 1920 | #4079 | 7 | — |
The story of Melissia
Melissia has been a beloved American name for over 130 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1894. With 1,926 total births recorded, Melissia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4079 in 1920 to #1405 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Melissia in 1968:
Melissia by decade
Melissia peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1890s | 5 | |
| 1910s | 5 | |
| 1920s | 25 | |
| 1940s | 15 | |
| 1950s | 105 | |
| 1960s | 557 | |
| 1970s ★ | 828 | |
| 1980s | 317 | |
| 1990s | 64 | |
| 2000s | 5 | |
💎With 1,926 total births, Melissia is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Melissia?
What names sound and feel like Melissia?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Melissia also consider these
Common questions about the name Melissia
What does the name Melissia mean?
Melissia means "bee, honey bee" — 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 Melissia?
Melissia 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 Melissia?
Melissia 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 Melissia?
Melissia is a 6-syllable name pronounced M EH1 L IY0 EH1 S EH1 S IY1 AH0. 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 Melissia?
Melissia 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.