Malyssa
Malyssa is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,549 in the US, popular nicknames include Mal, May, and Malie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Malyssa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 399 babies have been named Malyssa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malyssa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,549 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,549
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Malyssa
Malyssa is a girl name .
Malyssa is currently ranked #46,549 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malyssa include Mal, May, Malie, and Malyie. 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