Melissa
boy nameMelissa entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #747 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#747
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2611 |
| 1960s | #1766 |
| 1970s | #881 |
| 1980s | #986 |
| 1990s | #2993 |
| 2000s | #8552 |
| 2010s | #12086 |
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Melissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melissa alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Melissa most popular?
- Melissa peaked in 1980, reaching #747 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Melissa with classmates?
- Melissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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