Milissa

Milissa is a feminine name that serves as a variation of Melissa, which derives from the Greek word "melissa" meaning "honeybee." This sweet connection gives the name associations with industriousness, community, and natural sweetness. The spelling variation with an "i" instead of an "e" emerged as parents sought to personalize traditional names while maintaining their essential sound and meaning. Milissa saw modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and early 1980s, though it never achieved the widespread usage of its more traditional counterpart. The name carries a gentle, melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing syllables, making it appealing to parents seeking a name that sounds both familiar and slightly distinctive.

Pronounced muh-LIS-uh.

As of October 2026, Milissa ranked #14896 in US births in 2008 SSA, peaked at #786 in 1968.