Melyssa
Meaning of Melyssa
Melyssa, pronounced muh-LISS-uh, is a bright, honey-sweet variant of the classic Melissa, rooted in the ancient Greek word for “honeybee.” Like a gentle breeze carrying whispers of flower fields, the swap of an “i” for a “y” adds a hint of sparkle and modern flair. In myth, Melissa was the nymph who fed Zeus honey, and Melyssa today still carries echoes of nurturing warmth, industrious grace and quiet strength. Though it never soared to the very top of the charts, its steady presence in the U.S. top 1,000—hovering in the 800s and 900s since the 1960s—gives it an enduring, offbeat charm. For families seeking a name that buzzes with sweetness yet stands happily apart, Melyssa feels like a hidden blossom—tender, spirited and brimming with promise for any little girl’s bright journey ahead.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as muh-LISS-uh (/məˈlɪsə/)
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Notable People Named Melyssa
| Melyssa Ford - |
