Misty

At a Glance: Name: Misty – Meaning: misty, clouded with fog; sometimes a nickname for Melissa – Origin: English – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: MIS-tee

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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

Phonetic: MIS-tee   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1944–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Misty mean?

Misty, clouded with fog; sometimes a nickname for melissa. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Misty)

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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