Missy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMISS-ee / ˈmɪsiEnglish; diminutive of Melissa
Meaning
English: bee; Greek: honeybee
Historical & Cultural Background
Missy is often used as a diminutive form of the name Melissa, which has Greek origins. The name Melissa was popularized in the English-speaking world during the 20th century. As a standalone name, Missy gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with a youthful and playful character.
Trend Summary
The name Missy saw a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Missie
International Variants
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Famous people named Missy
Missy Elliott is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her innovative contributions to hip-hop music.
Missy Peregrym is a Canadian actress recognized for her roles in television series such as 'Rookie Blue' and 'Heroes'.
Fictional characters named Missy
Missy is a character in the 'Doctor Who' franchise, known for being a complex and enigmatic figure.
Missy is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where she is a student who goes on educational adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Missy was first seen in the United States in 1943. Missy has ranked as high as #802 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, California, Illinois, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Missy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Missy (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 41 |
| 1954 | 38 |
| 1955 | 47 |
| 1956 | 62 |
| 1957 | 90 |
| 1958 | 127 |
| 1959 | 132 |
| 1960 | 186 |
| 1961 | 191 |
| 1962 | 227 |
| 1963 | 215 |
| 1964 | 223 |
| 1965 | 220 |
| 1966 | 239 |
| 1967 | 303 |
| 1968 | 287 |
| 1969 | 271 |
| 1970 | 268 |
| 1971 | 216 |
| 1972 | 174 |
| 1973 | 155 |
| 1974 | 109 |
| 1975 | 102 |
| 1976 | 108 |
| 1977 | 100 |
| 1978 | 83 |
| 1979 | 91 |
| 1980 | 175 |
| 1981 | 121 |
| 1982 | 82 |
| 1983 | 55 |
| 1984 | 58 |
| 1985 | 64 |
| 1986 | 68 |
| 1987 | 49 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 19 |