Meliss
Meliss is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,044 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
Meliss first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 351 babies have been named Meliss in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Meliss is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,044 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,044
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Meliss
Meliss is a girl name .
Meliss is currently ranked #36,044 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Meliss include Mel, Mey, Melie, and Meliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Meliss include Melissa, Melina, Melinda, Melia, Melisa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis