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