Melissa is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #4320 in 1996 with 15 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 20 births ranking #3545. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 126,282 boys born was named Melissa. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Melissa is a bright classic meaning 'bee'. It feels gentle, familiar, and quietly lively.
The name was used in Greek mythology and later spread through European naming traditions. Its major modern popularity helped make it feel very familiar, but the ancient root remains appealing and clear.