Melisa: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Melisa · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Melisa: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Honey bee, lemon balm»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Popularity
96 out of 100
Where Melisa is popular
- AlbaniaLOWER CONFIDENCETop 10
- TurkeyTÜİKTop 60
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Melisa
Melisa draws on Greek tradition and is generally taken to mean "Honey bee, lemon balm." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Melisa and carries 3 syllables. Melisa is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Melisa is a very popular choice, scoring 96 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as nature.
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FAQ
What does the name Melisa mean?+
The name Melisa means "Honey bee, lemon balm".
What is the origin of the name Melisa?+
Melisa is a name of Greek origin.
Is Melisa a girl or boy name?+
Melisa is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Melisa?+
Melisa is pronounced Melisa (3 syllables).
Is Melisa a popular name?+
Melisa is a very popular choice, scoring 96 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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