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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Misty, clouded with fog; sometimes a nickname for Melissa
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MIS-tee
Misty is an English name with a literal meaning of misty, clouded with fog, and it's sometimes used as a nickname for Melissa. It's pronounced MIS-tee (IPA /ˈmɪsti/) and has a clean, modern feel. Simple and atmospheric, it's a name whose meaning is right there in the word itself.
Meaning & Origin of Misty
Meaning: Misty, clouded with fog; sometimes a nickname for Melissa.
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Misty
MIS-teeIPA /ˈmɪsti/
Popularity of Misty
Misty reached its height in 1977, ranking #40 with 6,315 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped all the way to #4084, with just 36 babies named Misty.
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FAQ
What does the name Misty mean?
Misty, clouded with fog; sometimes a nickname for Melissa. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Misty?
Misty is pronounced MIS-tee (IPA: /ˈmɪsti/).
Is Misty a popular name right now?
Misty peaked at #40 in 1977 and is ranked #4084 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1944–2024.)
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