Name comparison
John vs Melissa
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 11.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | John | Melissa |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 7,900,000 | 688,421 |
| Global rank | #4 | #49 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,013 | 1 in 11,621 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Female (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,626,987 | 688,421 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 688k for Melissa - a ratio of about 11.5x.
John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God'). Melissa originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is John or Melissa more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 688,421 for Melissa. That is roughly 11.5x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between John and Melissa?
John originates from Hebrew. Melissa originates from unknown sources.
Are John and Melissa used for the same gender?
John is 99.6% male, while Melissa is 0.3% male.
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