Girl
Melissa
“honeybee”
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- 56 of 100Popular
- Nicknames
- Missy
About the name Melissa
Melissa is a feminine first name meaning “honeybee”, with roots in Greek. The name has 3 syllables. It is fairly common. Common nicknames include Missy.
Frequently asked about Melissa
- What does the name Melissa mean?
- The first name Melissa means “honeybee”.
- Where does the name Melissa come from?
- Melissa has its roots in Greek.
- Is Melissa a girls' or boys' name?
- Melissa is a feminine first name (a girls' name).
- How popular is Melissa?
- Melissa is a fairly common first name.
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