Name comparison
Melissa vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 3.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Melissa | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 688,421 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #49 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 11,621 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 688,421 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 688k for Melissa - a ratio of about 3.0x.
Melissa originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Melissa or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 688,421 for Melissa. That is roughly 3.0x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Melissa and William?
Melissa originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Melissa and William used for the same gender?
Melissa is 0.3% male, while William is 99.6% male.
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