Melisa

The Meaning & Origin of the Name Melisa

Gender Girl
Origins Greek, English, Spanish
Letters 6
Syllables 3
Pronunciation mə-LI-sə

Melisa, which has 6 letters and 3 syllables, is a female name of Greek origin.

Meaning of Melisa

honeybee

Melisa is a feminine name that has roots in Greek and means 'honeybee'. It is a variant of the more common name Melissa.

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Meaning honeybee
Origins Greek, English, Spanish
Gender Girl
Popularity (US) #954 in 2004 Rising
Rarity (US) Rare (Top 1000)
Era 70s name

Background & History of The Name Melisa

The name Melisa is derived from the Greek word 'melissa', which means 'honeybee'. It has been popular in various cultures, especially in English and Spanish-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been embraced for its sweet and nature-inspired connotation. Notable bearers include Melisa Joan Hart, an American actress known for her role in 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch'.

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