Milissa
Milissa is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Honeybee or sweet person.
Origin and history
Milissa is a spelling variant of Melissa, derived from the Greek word for 'bee' or 'honey'. It reached its peak popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it is an uncommon vintage choice rarely given to newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,003 babies in the United States have been named Milissa since 1880. It ranks #3239 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.8 %)
- NY (13.5 %)
- OH (10.7 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- PA (9.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 202 |
| 1960-1970 | 908 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,125 |
| 1980-1990 | 638 |
| 1990-2000 | 118 |
| 2000-2010 | 12 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Missy, Lissa, Mili
Fun facts
- Milissa emerged primarily in the United States as a phonetic variation of the classic name Melissa.
- The name experienced its highest usage in the U.S. between the 1960s and 1980s alongside the explosion of Melissa.