Jerissa
Jerissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,867 in the US, popular nicknames include Jer, Jey, and Jerie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jerissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 49 babies have been named Jerissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jerissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,867 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,867
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Jerissa
Jerissa is a girl name .
Jerissa is currently ranked #33,867 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jerissa include Jer, Jey, Jerie, and Jeriie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis