Missy
Missy: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɪs.i/
Meaning and origin of Missy
- A diminutive of the female given name Melissa.
How popular is Missy?
Since 1880, 5,776 girls in the U.S. have been named Missy. Its highest rank for girls was #541 in 1967. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Missy
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Sibling name ideas for Missy
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Missy FAQ
What does the name Missy mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Melissa.
How popular is the name Missy?
Since 1880, 5,776 girls in the U.S. have been named Missy. Its highest rank for girls was #541 in 1967. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Missy a boy or girl name?
Missy is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,776 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.