Malissa
m(a)-lissa,
mal(is)-sa
US Popularity:21430
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Honey bee
Celebrate your child's sweet demeanor with the name Malissa. A feminine name with Greek roots, this name is a fun respelling of the name Melissa and translates to “honey bee.” Bees play a big role in Greek mythology and often symbolize the journey of a soul, prophecy, and poetic inspiration. If you want to embrace your little one's mystical side or their innocent nature, the name Malissa is sure to keep them buzzing.
How Popular Is The Name Malissa?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#12917
in 2023
+ 3882
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 215, 226
Behind the Name, Malissa, May 2017
Behind the Name, Melissa, April 2024
Name Doctor, Melissa
WordSense Dictionary, Melissa
Messenger, Prophet, Poet, Bee: An exploration of bees as intermediaries of the divine and their relation to divine inspiration in Ancient Greek Religious Practice, by Harrison Forbes Brewer of McGill University
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