Karlissa
Karlissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #32,967 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karlissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 86 babies have been named Karlissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karlissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,967 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #32,967
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Karlissa
Karlissa is a girl name .
Karlissa is currently ranked #32,967 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karlissa include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karlissa include Karla, Karlee, Karlie, Karly, Karli . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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