Melisse
Girl nameMelisse has been given to 273 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1975.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
273
Peak year
1975 (17 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Melisse — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Melisse.
Sibling name ideas for Melisse
Same era and popularity as Melisse, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Melisse?
Melisse has been given to 273 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Melisse peak?
Melisse peaked in 1975, when 17 babies were given the name.
Is Melisse a girl or boy name?
Melisse is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Melisse are girls).
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