Gelissa

Gelissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,326 in the US, popular nicknames include Gel, Gey, and Gelie.

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Girl Name #21,326 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Gelissa is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Gelissa often also consider Rifky, Eliot, Rumer .

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Historical Record

Gelissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.

Over 30 babies have been named Gelissa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Gelissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,326 for girl names in the US .

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#21,326
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#21,326
Total SSA Count
7

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Gel Gey Gelie Geliie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gelissa

Is Gelissa a boy or girl name?
Gelissa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Gelissa?
Gelissa is currently ranked #21326 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Gelissa?
Common nicknames for Gelissa include Gel, Gey, Gelie, and Geliie.
Is Gelissa a common or rare name?
Gelissa is an uncommon name, ranked #21326 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Gelissa?
Gelissa pairs well with Rifky, Eliot, Rumer, Caylinn in style and sound.

About the Name Gelissa

Gelissa is a girl name .

Gelissa is currently ranked #21,326 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Gelissa include Gel, Gey, Gelie, and Geliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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