Ilissa
Girl nameIlissa has been given to 249 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It peaked in 1989.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
249
Peak year
1989 (22 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1967
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ilissa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ilissa.
Sibling name ideas for Ilissa
Same era and popularity as Ilissa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ilissa?
Ilissa has been given to 249 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ilissa peak?
Ilissa peaked in 1989, when 22 babies were given the name.
Is Ilissa a girl or boy name?
Ilissa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Ilissa are girls).
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