Illyssa

Q: How popular is the name Illyssa?

Illyssa is ranked #56133 in popularity for girl names.

Q: What girl names are similar to Illyssa?

Illyssa pairs well with Asjah, Nelisa, and Ilcia in style and sound.

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Girl Name #56,133 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Illyssa is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Illyssa often also consider Ilcia, Nelisa, .

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Popularity Over Time

#56,133

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #56,133
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Ill Ily Illie Illyie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Illyssa

Is Illyssa a boy or girl name?

Illyssa is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Illyssa?

Illyssa is currently ranked #56133 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Illyssa?

Common nicknames for Illyssa include Ill, Ily, Illie, and Illyie.

Is Illyssa a common or rare name?

Illyssa is an uncommon name, ranked #56133 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

What girl names are similar to Illyssa?

Illyssa pairs well with Asjah, Nelisa, Ilcia in style and sound.

About the Name Illyssa

Illyssa is a girl name .

Illyssa is currently ranked #56,133 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Illyssa include Ill, Ily, Illie, and Illyie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.