Melissia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Melissia has Greek origins, meaning 'honeybee.' It evolved from the ancient Greek name Melissa and symbolizes sweetness and community. Melissia has gained popularity in modern times, perceived positively as a feminine and charming name. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melissia"
Pronunciation
/məˈlɪsiə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Melissia is derived from the Greek word 'melissa,' which means 'honeybee.' In ancient Greek culture, bees symbolized industriousness and community.
Meaning
honeybee
Language Evolution
Melissa (Ancient Greek), Melissia (Modern Variation)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine name associated with sweetness and nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Melissa, Mel, Lissa
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Melissia is perceived as a charming and feminine name, often associated with nature and beauty.
Famous People
Melissia L. McCarthy, an American television producer., Melissia Thompson, a prominent artist in the contemporary art scene.
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✨ Melissia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 121 peak births in 1968
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melissia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Melissia"
"Melissia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5980th of 9107 | 30 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3352nd of 12526 | 240 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1349th of 19264 | 1,302 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4437th of 27321 | 328 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Melissia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Melissia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
83.42% 2380th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
54.68% 1606th/2937 |
72.35% 2520th/3483 |
28.23% 993rd/3518 |
76.78% 3105th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
83.08% 5248th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Melissia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melissia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Melissia" in the United States
The name Melissia is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Melissia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Melissia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5980th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3352nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1349th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4437th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Melissia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.