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Melissa vs Isa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Isa

Girl #1,967 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"iron, strong"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian Arabic Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,967
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Melissa Rank #377
Isa Rank #1,967

Melissa is more popular, ranked #377 vs #1967 for Isa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melissa or Isa more popular?

Melissa is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Isa at #1967 in the United States.

What do Melissa and Isa mean?

Melissa means "honey bee" (Ancient Greek origin). Isa means "iron, strong" (Old High German origin).

Are Melissa and Isa boy or girl names?

Melissa is primarily a girl name. Isa is primarily a girl name.

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