Melesa
Girl nameMelesa has been given to 130 babies in the U.S. since 1957. It peaked in 1963.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
130
Peak year
1963 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1957
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Melesa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Melesa.
Sibling name ideas for Melesa
Same era and popularity as Melesa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Melesa?
Melesa has been given to 130 babies in the U.S. since 1957. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Melesa peak?
Melesa peaked in 1963, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Melesa a girl or boy name?
Melesa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Melesa are girls).
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