Mellissa
Mellissa: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Mellissa
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, a nonstandard spelling variant of Melissa.
How popular is Mellissa?
Since 1880, 5,625 girls in the U.S. have been named Mellissa. Its highest rank for girls was #641 in 1979. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Mellissa
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Sibling name ideas for Mellissa
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Mellissa FAQ
What does the name Mellissa mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek, a nonstandard spelling variant of Melissa.
What is the origin of the name Mellissa?
Mellissa is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Mellissa?
Since 1880, 5,625 girls in the U.S. have been named Mellissa. Its highest rank for girls was #641 in 1979. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Mellissa a boy or girl name?
Mellissa is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,625 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.