Jelissa
Girl nameJelissa has been given to 938 babies in the U.S. since 1980. It peaked in 1992. In 2025, about 1 in 321,453 girls was named Jelissa.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
938
Peak year
1992 (64 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1980
10-year trend
▼ -50%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jelissa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jelissa.
Sibling name ideas for Jelissa
Same era and popularity as Jelissa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jelissa?
Jelissa has been given to 938 babies in the U.S. since 1980. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jelissa peak?
Jelissa peaked in 1992, when 64 babies were given the name.
Is Jelissa a girl or boy name?
Jelissa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Jelissa are girls).
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