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Misty

Misty is an English primarily describing something abounding in, consisting of, or obscured by , a thin vaporous atmospheric of droplets; it secondarily connotes indistinctness, , or blurred form as if viewed through . The term originates from mistig, derived from mist () with the suffix -ig indicating possession of a quality, evolving through to encompass both literal atmospheric conditions and figurative senses of obscurity or emotional haziness by the 14th century. In usage, it applies to weather ("a morning"), visual (" outlines"), or recollection (" memories"), reflecting a core causal association with reduced clarity due to particulate of .

Music

Jazz standard "Misty"

"Misty" is a composed in 1954 by pianist as an piece in the traditional 32-bar AABA form. Garner, known for his self-taught style and inability to read music notation, developed the melody during a , drawing inspiration from the view of clouds and reflections on his wife. The composition was first recorded by the Trio on July 27, 1954, and released on the 1955 album Contrasts by . Lyrics were added in 1955 by Johnny Burke, transforming it into a vocal with romantic themes of longing and vulnerability. Early vocal recordings included Dakota Staton's version in 1957 and Sarah Vaughan's in 1958 on her album Vaughan and Violins. The song gained widespread popularity through Johnny Mathis's 1959 rendition on his album Heavenly, which became his signature tune and topped charts in multiple countries. "Misty" rapidly established itself as one of Garner's most enduring works, frequently performed in settings for its lush harmony and improvisational potential. The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) recognized it as one of the 25 most performed standards of the , with over 2,500 documented and live performances by 2001. Notable covers include Ella Fitzgerald's scat-infused interpretation on her 1957 album Things Are Swingin', Frank Sinatra's orchestral take in 1961, and instrumental versions by artists like Johnny Costa and , showcasing its versatility across trio, big band, and solo piano formats. Its inclusion in Clint Eastwood's 1971 film further boosted its cultural footprint, though the song's jazz roots predated the movie's thriller context.

People

Etymology and usage as a given name

The Misty derives directly from the English misty, denoting a condition obscured or covered by or . The term traces to mistiġ or mistig, meaning "misty" or "darkened by mist," formed from mist (fog or vapor) combined with the -ig, and ultimately from Proto-West Germanic mistīg. This etymological root evokes imagery of atmospheric , which influenced the name's adoption as a modern invention in English-speaking contexts, rather than drawing from ancient or non-English linguistic traditions. Primarily used as a feminine , Misty gained traction in the United States during the mid-20th century, coinciding with a broader trend toward nature-inspired names. Its popularity peaked in the late , ranking as high as #42 in U.S. births in 1979 and #49 in 1980, before declining sharply thereafter; by 2000, it had fallen to #904. An estimated 67,773 individuals bore the name in the U.S. as of recent analyses, comprising nearly 100% females, with minimal male usage. Occasionally employed as a diminutive for names like or , it remains rare outside and the today.

Notable individuals

Misty Copeland (born September 10, 1982) is an American ballet dancer who joined the American Ballet Theatre's studio company in 2000 and rose to become its first Black female in June 2015 after two decades without such a promotion in the company's history. She performed lead roles including Odette/Odile in and retired from the stage following a final appearance at in October 2025. Misty May-Treanor (born July 30, 1977) is a retired American beach volleyball player who partnered with Kerri Walsh Jennings to secure gold medals at the Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, and London 2012 Summer Olympics, establishing the only trio of consecutive victories in the event's history for any duo, male or female. The pair won 112 domestic and international tournaments together, with May-Treanor excelling in defensive play and contributing to 21 straight Olympic match wins across the three Games.

Fictional characters

In anime, manga, and video games

Misty, known as (カスミ) in Japanese versions, is a prominent character in the franchise, appearing across its , series, and adaptations as the Cerulean City Gym Leader specializing in Water-type Pokémon. She is depicted as a tomboyish trainer with a passion for aquatic Pokémon, often challenging protagonists to battles that emphasize strategy and type advantages. In the video games, Misty first appears in Pokémon Red and , released on February 27, 1996, in , as the second Gym Leader encountered in the region. Trainers must defeat her team, led by Pokémon such as Starmie and Staryu, to earn the Cascade Badge, which enables progression and strengthens Water-type moves against Rock and opponents. She returns in remakes like (2004) with updated teams including , and features in spin-offs such as (2019), where her role involves syncing with her signature Pokémon for cooperative battles. In the anime, Misty debuts in the premiere episode "Pokémon, I Choose You!" on April 1, 1997, in , pursuing after he damages her . As one of Ash's initial traveling companions through the , Orange Islands, and Johto arcs (episodes 1–273), she serves as the Cerulean Gym Leader in absentia, managing her sisters' Sensational Sisters performances while pursuing mastery of Water Pokémon. Her frequently appears comically, releasing headaches that inadvertently aid battles, and she evolves her Togepi into a Togetic before parting ways in 2002. Later cameos, such as in Pokémon the Movie: Spell of the Unown (2000), highlight her growth as a and leader. In manga series, Misty plays a supportive yet action-oriented role, notably in (serialized from March 3, 1997), where she aids protagonists , , and against threats like . Unlike her portrayal, she lacks sisters and first encounters while containing her rampaging , showcasing her as a dedicated protector willing to ally with legendary Pokémon like Suicune. She appears in other adaptations, such as & , mirroring her travels but with heightened combat focus.

In comics and literature

Mercedes "Misty" Knight is a fictional character in , depicted as a skilled martial artist, , and with a bionic right granting . Created by writer and artist Arvell Jones, she first appeared in #21, cover-dated March 1975. Initially a detective, Knight lost her while defusing a bomb planted by terrorists; industrialist Tony Stark later provided the prosthetic enhancement. She frequently partners with , forming the vigilante duo Daughters of the Dragon, and has been a member of teams including and the Defenders. In literature, Misty serves as the titular character in Marguerite Henry's children's novel Misty of Chincoteague, published in 1947 and illustrated by Wesley Dennis. The story, which earned a Newbery Honor in 1948, follows the efforts of siblings Paul and Maureen Beebe to buy and tame the wild Misty during the annual roundup on , . Though fictionalized, the narrative draws from the real-life Misty, a captured in 1946 from the island's herd and owned by the Beebe family until her death in 1975. Sequels such as Stormy, Misty's (1963) continue the adventures, focusing on Misty's offspring and further island events.

Other uses

Technology and media

MISTY1, also known as MISTY-1, is a designed in 1995 by Mitsuru Matsui and colleagues at Electric, employing a Feistel network structure with a 128-bit key length and 64-bit block size, configurable for 6 to 8 rounds in typical implementations. The algorithm incorporates recursive substitution-permutation networks (SPNs) in its round functions, providing provable resistance to differential and based on the security of its underlying components. Standardized in 2994 in 2000, MISTY1 has been evaluated for use in protocols like , though practical adoption has been limited compared to due to its narrower block size. MISTY2 extends the design with modifications for enhanced efficiency, maintaining the same and sizes while optimizing for hardware implementation; it served as a basis for the in mobile standards. Security analyses, including integral , have confirmed up to certain computational bounds, though full-round attacks remain infeasible with current resources. In , Misty II is a modular platform launched in 2018 by Misty Robotics, targeted at developers, educators, and researchers for prototyping AI-driven behaviors using integrated sensors like cameras, microphones, and touch arrays. Programmable via or APIs, it supports extensions for and , with applications in education and social interaction studies. The platform emphasizes open-source skills development but faced market challenges, leading to operational shifts by 2021. Media entities named "Misty" primarily consist of independent production firms specializing in visual content, branding, and , such as Misty Media in focusing on short films and photography since approximately 2020, though none have achieved widespread prominence beyond niche services.

Miscellaneous

Misty Fiords National Monument is a wilderness area within the in southeastern , encompassing 2,142,243 acres of rugged coastal terrain. Proclaimed by President on December 1, 1978, and congressionally designated in 1980, it preserves one of the largest intact coastal rainforests in the United States, characterized by deep fjords with cliffs rising over 7,000 feet, hanging glaciers, mineral springs, and volcanic features along the Behm Canal. The monument supports diverse , including killer whales, porpoises, , and black and brown bears, and offers limited recreational facilities such as 13 public cabins, five shelters, and about 20 miles of trails. Misty was the name of a real , a small born on July 20, 1946, at the Beebe Ranch on Chincoteague Island, Virginia. Standing approximately 12 hands tall and marked with a distinctive pattern resembling the map of the on her side, she lived in domestication rather than as part of the wild Assateague herd, contrary to some popular depictions. Misty gained historical note for surviving a severe coastal in 1950 and became a symbol of the local culture through her association with the Beebe family, though she died in 1966 from at age 20.

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