Jelyssa

Jelyssa is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,746 in the US, popular nicknames include Jel, Jey, and Jelie.

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Girl Name #54,746 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

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

Parents who love the name Jelyssa often also consider Vanicia, Ahjah, Oumy .

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Historical Record

Jelyssa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.

Over 21 babies have been named Jelyssa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Jelyssa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,746 for girl names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#54,746
Total SSA Count
5

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Jel Jey Jelie Jelyie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jelyssa

Is Jelyssa a boy or girl name?
Jelyssa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Jelyssa?
Jelyssa is currently ranked #54746 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jelyssa?
Common nicknames for Jelyssa include Jel, Jey, Jelie, and Jelyie.
Is Jelyssa a common or rare name?
Jelyssa is an uncommon name, ranked #54746 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Jelyssa?
Jelyssa pairs well with Vanicia, Ahjah, Oumy, Jihad in style and sound.

About the Name Jelyssa

Jelyssa is a girl name .

Jelyssa is currently ranked #54,746 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Jelyssa include Jel, Jey, Jelie, and Jelyie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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