Melsa
Melsa is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,520 in the US, popular nicknames include Mel, Mey, and Melie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,520
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Melsa
Melsa is a girl name .
Melsa is currently ranked #13,520 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Melsa include Mel, Mey, and Melie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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