Mellisa
Mellisa is a girl baby name. Ranked #47,786 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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Historical Record
Mellisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 4,575 babies have been named Mellisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mellisa is past its peak , currently ranked #47,786 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,786
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Mellisa
Mellisa is a girl name .
Mellisa is currently ranked #47,786 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mellisa include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Mellie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis