Meissa
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 13 babies have been named Meissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Meissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,778 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,778
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Meissa
Meissa is a girl name .
Meissa is currently ranked #21,778 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Meissa include Mei, Meis, Meisy, Meisie, Mey, Meie, and Meikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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