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