Melisseus

A rare name from Greek mythology, Melisseus derives from melissa meaning "bee" or "honey", and as such this name has the whimsical, but occupational, meaning of "bee-keeper" or more literally, "bee-man". It is borne by the father of the nymphs Adrasteia, Ida, Melissa, and Althea.

The name likely emerged in reference to the fermented honey given by the Goddesses to the ancient kings of Crete who consorted and consulted with them.

Pronounced as MUH-liss-ee-uhs in English, but more like MEH-lih-sefs in Greek, it could be an intriguing choice, perhaps, as a middle name, to honor a bee-keeper or a Melissa?

Pronounced meh-LIS-ay-us.