Name comparison · girl names
Melanie vs. Melissa
In 2025, Melanie leads at #142 among U.S. girls' names, with Melissa at #419. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Melanie | Melissa |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #142 | #419 |
| Babies in 2025 | 2,074 | 747 |
| All-time peak | #42 in 1972 | #2 in 1977 |
| Uniqueness score | 25 / 100 | 38 / 100 |
| Strongest state | California (#76) | Massachusetts (#183) |