Melisaa Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: meh-LEE-sah /mɛˈliːsə/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek
Meaning: Hebrew: 'honey'; Greek: 'honey bee'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Melisaa is a variant of Melissa, which has its roots in Ancient Greek. The Greek word "μέλισσα" (melissa) translates to "bee," symbolizing industriousness and community.
This etymology reflects the importance of bees in ancient cultures, often associated with fertility and the nurturing aspects of nature. The name entered Latin as "Melissa," maintaining its original meaning, and subsequently made its way into various languages, including Old French and Middle English, before becoming established in modern English forms.
Historically, the name Melissa has been borne by several notable figures, including a character in Greek mythology who was said to have discovered honey and was associated with the goddess Artemis. The name gained further prominence through its use in literature and religious texts, appearing in various translations of classical works.
In the early Christian era, it was adopted by saints, contributing to its spread across Europe during the Middle Ages. The name's presence in the King James Bible, although not directly, reflects its cultural significance during the period of its translation in the early 17th century.
Culturally, the name Melissa has been associated with themes of sweetness and nurturing, resonating with the qualities attributed to bees. This symbolic connection has allowed the name to endure through centuries, often evoking images of harmony and community.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Mel or Lissa have emerged, further embedding the name within various cultural contexts. The enduring legacy of Melissa, both in historical texts and cultural symbolism, underscores its significance across different eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melisaa was first seen in the United States in 1971.
Melisaa has ranked as high as #1120 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Melisaa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Melisaa is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Melisaa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Melisaa
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Melisaa.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |