Lissa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Lissa is listed in our database as a girl name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Melissa: Bee”.
Lissa Name at a Glance
| Name | Lissa |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Diminutive of Melissa: Bee. |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
What Does the Name Lissa Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lissa means “Diminutive of Melissa: Bee”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Lissa Name Origin
Our database records Lissa under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Lissa a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Lissa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Lissa
When considering Lissa for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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