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Summary

Melissa is a name of Greek origin meaning 'bee'. It has evolved through various languages including Latin and Old French. Its traits are associated with sweetness and nurturing. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently perceived as classic and feminine.

The name Melissa is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Melissa has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. Across generations, 'Melissa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3480th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 908th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1378th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7998th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 861st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 744th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 140th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 95th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Melissa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.