Melissa Daniel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Melissa Daniel — honey bee
716K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Melissa Daniel is a name combining English origins, bringing together "honey bee" (Melissa) with "God is my judge" (Daniel). The first name Melissa is a feminine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Daniel from the Hebrew Daniyel (דָּנִיֵּאל), meaning "God is my judge." Name of the biblical prophet who survived the lions' den. Melissa is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 716K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Melissa reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Melissa

Meaning: honey bee

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Daniel

Meaning: God is my judge

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Daniyel (דָּנִיֵּאל), meaning "God is my judge." Name of the biblical prophet who survived the lions' den.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Melissa is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Melissa by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Melissa Daniel:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Melissa?
The first name Melissa originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
How common is the name Melissa Daniel?
The first name Melissa is shared by approximately 716K people worldwide. The surname Daniel is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Melissa most common?
The name Melissa is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Melissa most popular?
The name Melissa reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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