The nameMeissa
Meissa is an Arabic name given mostly to girls, mostly in France in the 2000s and 2010s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Like Maïssa, it suggests a proud, graceful walk.
Origin
Arabic, close to Maïssa.
History
First found in France in the late 1980s, Meissa peaked in the late 2000s, notably in Île-de-France. A few boys bear it too.
Popularity of the name Meissa
Meissa in France
Meissa was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 805 births over the decade, 43% of all recorded babies named Meissa. Its rise began around 1997, and it peaked in 2008. Half of all babies named Meissa in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 27 births a year on average, against 52 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Meissa mean?
Like Maïssa, it suggests a proud, graceful walk.
What is the origin of the name Meissa?
Arabic, close to Maïssa.
Is Meissa a girl's or a boy's name?
Meissa is a girl's name.