Illyssa
Girl nameIllyssa has been given to 20 babies in the U.S. since 1989. It peaked in 1989.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
20
Peak year
1989 (5 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1989
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Illyssa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Illyssa.
Sibling name ideas for Illyssa
Same era and popularity as Illyssa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Illyssa?
Illyssa has been given to 20 babies in the U.S. since 1989. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Illyssa peak?
Illyssa peaked in 1989, when 5 babies were given the name.
Is Illyssa a girl or boy name?
Illyssa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Illyssa are girls).
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