Missy
m(is)-sy
US Popularity:10140
Origin:Greek
Meaning:bee
Missy is a girl's name of Greek origin. It evolved as a diminutive of Melissa, which means "bee." In Greek mythology, Melissa was a nymph and princess who discovered how to use honey for medicinal purposes. After learning secrets from a hive, she was fabled to have transformed into a bee. Whether you want to take inspiration from ancient lore or put a cute spin on a family name, Missy is a sweet choice.
Missy Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Missy is currently #10140 in U.S. births
Girl:Missy is currently #4832 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#10140
in 2022
+ 5496
from 2021
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