Ilissa
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ilissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 249 babies have been named Ilissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ilissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,844 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,844
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Ilissa
Ilissa is a girl name .
Ilissa is currently ranked #22,844 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ilissa include Ili, Ilis, Ilisy, Ilisie, Ily, Ilie, and Ilikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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