Ilyssa
Ilyssa is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,528 in the US, popular nicknames include Ily, Ilyie, and Ilysie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Ilyssa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 786 babies have been named Ilyssa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ilyssa is past its peak , currently ranked #35,528 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,528
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Ilyssa
Ilyssa is a girl name .
Ilyssa is currently ranked #35,528 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ilyssa include Ily, Ilyie, Ilysie, and Ilysy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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