Melissa vs Amanda
Comparing Melissa and Amanda? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Melissa ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Honey bee"). Amanda sits in the Top 100 tier with Latin origins (meaning "She who is loved").
Melissa
- Meaning: Honey bee
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Melissa name page
Amanda
- Meaning: She who is loved
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Amanda name page
Which name is more popular: Melissa or Amanda?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Melissa ranks higher (Top 100) than Amanda (Top 100).