Melisse
girl nameMelisse entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #3774 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
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rank today
#3774
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4250 |
| 1950s | #4888 |
| 1960s | #5657 |
| 1970s | #4913 |
| 1980s | #8434 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Melisse are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Melisse alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Melisse in 2025?
- Melisse is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Melisse most popular?
- Melisse peaked in 1975, reaching #3774 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Melisse with classmates?
- Melisse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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