Melissia

“bee, honey bee” — Associated with bees

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1405US 2023

795Births / yr

→Stable

1.9kAll-time births

📅 Since 189400.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Melissia

MEL·ee·ES·ES·EE·uh

/ˈmɛl.iː.ˈɛs.ˈɛs.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on MEL · 6 syllables

“bee, honey bee”

Associated with bees · American origin

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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How else can you spell Melissia?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Mellissia

Spelling variant

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

How popular is Melissia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1405 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#1405 · Top 1.0%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Melissia

Best Year1970Rank #1080

Peak Count795

Average Rank#4195

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202314 years

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:

Lisa Michelle Kimberly Jennifer Melissa

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?

Common

MelMelieMelyIssia

What names sound and feel like Melissia?

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

Mellissia

American · Honeybee, sweet as

Melessia

American · a unique variation

Latin · happy, fortunate

Delisia

American · Delightful, pleasing

Jelisia

American · A combination of

Kelisia

American · A modern creation

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.