Melsa
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,520
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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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, Meie, and Melkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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