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if so what is it ? my name is melissa

2006-10-21 08:12:38 · 12 answers · asked by Melissa♥ 3 in Entertainment & Music Horoscopes

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The Meaning of the Name: Melissa
"Honey Bee"
The name Melissa is derived from Greek mythology.

Melissa was a nymph that cared for Zeus an infant.

Zeus was hidden from his father, the king of the Gods.

Melissa plundered bee hives in order to feed honey to Zeus, who developed a permanent sweet tooth.

Melissa's role in protecting Zeus was discovered and she was turned into a low species of insect.

Zeus later took pity on her and turned her into a Honey Bee, which is involved with making honey.

2006-10-21 08:14:39 · answer #1 · answered by anna_sslc 3 · 0 0

MELISSA

A Honey Bee

Origin: Greek

2006-10-21 15:16:03 · answer #2 · answered by california_gurl16 3 · 0 0

Meaning and origin of Melissa
Gender:
Female

Ethnic Origin:
Greek

Meaning:
Bee. Famous bearer: Melissa, Mythological princess of Crete transformed to a bee after learning to collect honey.

Popularity Ranking From 1990 - 2003 * :
Rank for year 1990 is 19
Rank for year 1991 is 17
Rank for year 1992 is 23
Rank for year 1993 is 31
Rank for year 1994 is 32
Rank for year 1995 is 37
Rank for year 1996 is 40
Rank for year 1997 is 42
Rank for year 1998 is 58
Rank for year 1999 is 64
Rank for year 2000 is 71
Rank for year 2001 is 74
Rank for year 2002 is 80
Rank for year 2003 is 97

* Rank 1 is the most popular, rank 2 is the next most popular, and so forth.
Rankings are from the top 1000 most popular names.

Numerology:
Expression Number 6: People with this name value community and balance, and are dependable and considerate. They often tend to gravitate to occupations where they can act as peacemakers or negotiators, or fulfill these roles among their friends and family, They tend to be conventional, responsible, family-oriented, warm and affectionate. They sometimes worry obsessively about those they care for. They work for harmony and balance in their lives, and respond positively to beautiful things.

2006-10-21 15:17:56 · answer #3 · answered by me 4 · 0 0

* Although the name Melissa creates the urge to be reliable and responsible, we emphasize that it can cause a superior, interfering expression whose favorite expression is "I know" when not combined with a balanced last name.

* This name, when not combined with a balanced last name, can also frustrate happiness, contentment, and success, as well as cause health weaknesses through worry and mental tension.

* Your name of Melissa gives you a clever mind, good business judgment, a sense of responsibility, and an appreciation of the finer things of life.

* You are serious-minded and not inclined to make light of things even in little ways, and in your younger years you had more mature interests than others your age.

* Home and family mean a great deal to you and it is natural that you should desire the security of a peaceful, settled home environment where you can enjoy the companionship of family and friends.

* Whatever you set out to accomplish you do your very best to complete in accordance with what you consider to be right.

2006-10-21 15:43:57 · answer #4 · answered by averyanne77 4 · 0 0

Melissa is an herb with a sweet, citrus scent. Used as an aromatherapy oil, melissa is soothing and uplifting

2006-10-21 15:16:47 · answer #5 · answered by thomasrobinsonantonio 7 · 0 0

Gender: Feminine

Usage: English, Greek Mythology, Ancient Greek

Other Scripts: Μελισσα (Ancient Greek)


Means "bee" in Greek. This was the name of a nymph that cared for young Zeus in Greek mythology. It is also the name of the fairy who helps Rogero escape from the witch Alcina in the poem 'Orlando Furioso' by Ariosto.

2006-10-21 15:15:24 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0 0

Means "bee" in Greek. This was the name of a nymph that cared for young Zeus in Greek mythology. It is also the name of the fairy who helps Rogero escape from the witch Alcina in the poem 'Orlando Furioso' by Ariosto.

2006-10-21 15:15:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

It means honey bee, if you're looking for more names meaning visit this site - you can search other names and get their meanings

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2006-10-23 11:43:53 · answer #8 · answered by saar_tali 3 · 0 0

Everyname name has a meaning.

2006-10-21 21:19:04 · answer #9 · answered by tRaCi3 4 · 0 0

I belive it means "Bee". My first name means "Honey" which is Pamela. And no I'm not Pamela Anderson. UGH!!!!

2006-10-21 20:11:28 · answer #10 · answered by honeyfairy5 2 · 0 0

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