Jelyssa
Girl nameJelyssa has been given to 21 babies in the U.S. since 1992. It peaked in 2009.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
21
Peak year
2009 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1992
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Jelyssa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jelyssa.
Sibling name ideas for Jelyssa
Same era and popularity as Jelyssa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Jelyssa?
Jelyssa has been given to 21 babies in the U.S. since 1992. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jelyssa peak?
Jelyssa peaked in 2009, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Jelyssa a girl or boy name?
Jelyssa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Jelyssa are girls).
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