Mizzy

As a modern name for girls, Mizzy's origins are fresh and tricky to unravel. At first glance, Mizzy looks like an alternative to Missy, which is a diminutive of Melissa. However, many seem to consider Mizzy as a diminutive of Michelle instead, which has Hebrew origins and means "who is like God?" Mizzy already exists as a word in Middle English with the meaning "bog" or "quagmire," connecting your child to a rich and lush aspect of nature. Whichever origin calls to you, a name like Mizzy is sure to help your child stand out on the playground and beyond.