Melissa
girl name#419 in 2025Melissa entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #2 in 1977, ranks #419 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#419
rank today
#2
peak (1977)
747
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #301 |
| 1890s | #452 |
| 1900s | #626 |
| 1910s | #825 |
| 1920s | #1048 |
| 1930s | #882 |
| 1940s | #514 |
| 1950s | #171 |
| 1960s | #47 |
| 1970s | #5 |
| 1980s | #10 |
| 1990s | #37 |
| 2000s | #105 |
| 2010s | #237 |
| 2020s | #385 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Melissa has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 722,000 people named Melissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melissa alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melissa in 2025?
- Melissa ranks #419 among US girl names in 2025, with 747 babies given the name.
- When was the name Melissa most popular?
- Melissa peaked in 1977, reaching #2 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melissa with classmates?
- Melissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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