Mary vs Melissa
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Melissa
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Honey bee
Peak: 1979 (1.98%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Melissa |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.03% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.02% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.01% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.01% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.00% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 0.00% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.01% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.06% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 0.21% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 1.30% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.78% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.68% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.23% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Melissa more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Melissa peaked in 1979.
What do Mary and Melissa mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Melissa means "Honey bee".