Misa
Meaning of Misa
The name Misa is a charming and unique choice for a baby girl, with origins in both Czech and Japanese cultures. Pronounced as MEE-sah, the name carries a melodic quality that transcends linguistic boundaries. In Czech, it is often used as a diminutive form of names like Miloslava or Miroslava, while in Japanese, it can mean "beautiful bloom" or "blooming flower," adding layers of cultural richness to its appeal. Over the years, Misa has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with its highest rank being 4380 in 1990. Despite its relatively low frequency of use, averaging around 16 occurrences per year over recent decades, the name's rarity adds to its distinctiveness. A close variation of Misa is Misha, which shares similar phonetic qualities but offers a slightly different flair. Whether you are drawn to its European roots or its poetic Japanese meanings, Misa stands out as an elegant and timeless choice for your baby's name.
Pronunciation
Czech
- Pronunced as MEE-sah (/miˌsa/)
Japanese
- Pronunced as MEE-sah (/miˌsɑ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Misa
| Misa Yamamura, also known as Misa Kimura, was a renowned Japanese novelist and mystery writer often likened to Agatha Christie, with family members including her spouse Takashi Yamamura, brother Hiroshi Kimura, and daughter Momiji Yamamura. |
| Misa Hylton is a pioneering American stylist and fashion designer known for her influence on hip-hop and R&B fashion trends since the 1990s. |
| Misa Shimizu is a Japanese actress known for her roles in various films and TV series, including The Eel and Seishun Kazoku. |
| Misa Kagura is a Japanese professional wrestler known for her time in Ice Ribbon and her current signing with Professional Wrestling Just Tap Out. |
| Misa Kuranaga is a Japanese ballerina who currently serves as a principal dancer at the San Francisco Ballet, previously making history as the first Asian principal dancer at the Boston Ballet. |
| Misa Telefoni Retzlaff is a Samoan author and retired politician who served as the deputy prime minister of Samoa and deputy leader of the Human Rights Protection Party from 2001 to 2011, and was also the minister of finance from 2006 to 2011. |
| Misa Amano is a Japanese swimmer and 2004 Olympian known for her expertise in individual medley events and for holding multiple Japanese records. |
| First Lieutenant Misa Matsushima is the first female fighter pilot in Japan. |
| Misa Eguchi is a retired professional Japanese tennis player. |
