Melissa

Melissa is a given name for a female. It has a Greek origin, meaning honey-bee, the feminine version of Melisseus, a legendary "king of Crete".

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Given name - Female - Greek - Honey-bee - Melisseus

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In 2004 "Melissa" was the 100th most common name given to girls born in the United States http://www.thenewparentsguide.com/most-popular-baby-names-2004.htm, as fans of The Allman Brothers peaked in child-production. Melissa was a hit for the Allman Brothers, from their album Eat a Peach, 1972:

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United States - The Allman Brothers - Melissa - Eat a Peach

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:"But back home he'll always run

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:To sweet Melissa... mmm..."

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In 1972, Melissa was an uncommon name in America.

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