Nelissa
Girl nameNelissa has been given to 169 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 1987.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
169
Peak year
1987 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nelissa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nelissa.
Sibling name ideas for Nelissa
Same era and popularity as Nelissa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nelissa?
Nelissa has been given to 169 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nelissa peak?
Nelissa peaked in 1987, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Nelissa a girl or boy name?
Nelissa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nelissa are girls).
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