Name comparison
Mary vs Melissa
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 9.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Melissa |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 688,421 |
| Global rank | #13 | #49 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 11,621 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Female (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 688,421 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 688k for Melissa - a ratio of about 9.0x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Melissa originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Melissa more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 688,421 for Melissa. That is roughly 9.0x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Melissa?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Melissa originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Melissa used for the same gender?
Both Mary and Melissa are predominantly used as female names.
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