"youthful (from Julia)"
Origin: Latin/Greek
Language: English
Julissa
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A Latin-fused blend of Julia and classic elegance
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Meaning & Origin
"honey bee + youthful (blend with Melissa)"
Origin: American blend
Language: English
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The Story of Julissa
Julissa is a modern American creation most likely blending Julia — from the Latin 'Julius' (of the Julian family, possibly from Greek 'ioulos' meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful') — with the feminine '-issa' suffix found in names like Melissa, Clarissa, and Larissa. It emerged in Latin American and Hispanic-American communities as a feminine name that feels both familiar and distinctive. The '-issa' ending gives it an elegant, flowing quality reminiscent of classical feminine names.
Julissa emerged as a name in the 1980s and 1990s within Hispanic-American communities, reaching its peak in the early 2000s when it entered the US Social Security Administration's top 1000 names. TV host Julissa Bermúdez brought the name into Hispanic media visibility. Like many names of its era, it has gradually declined as newer name styles have taken over.
Julissa represents the creative name-blending tradition strong in Latin American and Hispanic-American communities, where parents often create new names by combining beloved sounds and elements. The name sits comfortably between Spanish and English naming traditions, making it appealing for bicultural families.
Historical Record
Julissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 25,678 babies have been named Julissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Julissa is past its peak , currently ranked #1,035 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Julissa Bermúdez is a Dominican-American TV host and actress who brought the name into Hispanic media prominence through her work on 106 & Park and other shows
- The '-issa' suffix comes from ancient Greek and Latin feminine names and carries echoes of names like Clarissa, Melissa, and Narcissa
- Julissa entered the US top 1000 names in 2001 and has been gradually declining, placing it on the path of becoming a distinctive vintage name
Julissa in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#1,035
Current Rank
Peaked 1997
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Julissa
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Julissa Bermúdez
Entertainer
1983
Dominican-American TV host, actress, and model known for her work on BET's 106 & Park and various Latin music and entert...
Dominican-American TV host, actress, and model known for her work on BET's 106 & Park and various Latin music and entertainment programs
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Julissa Octavia Caldwell
Activist
American youth activist and speaker known for advocacy work in education and community empowerment
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,035
- Total SSA Count
- 243
- Cultural Origins
- Latin American Hispanic-American American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Julie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Julissa
What does the name Julissa mean?
"youthful (from Julia)" (from Latin/Greek). "honey bee + youthful (blend with Melissa)" (from American blend). Julissa is a modern American creation most likely blending Julia — from the Latin 'Julius' (of the Julian family, possibly from Greek 'ioulos' meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful') — with the feminine '-issa' suffix found in names like Melissa, Clarissa, and Larissa. It emerged in Latin American and Hispanic-American communities as a feminine name that feels both familiar and distinctive. The '-issa' ending gives it an elegant, flowing quality reminiscent of classical feminine names.
What is the origin of the name Julissa?
Julissa has Latin/Greek, American blend, Latin American, Hispanic-American, and American origins. In Latin/Greek, it means "youthful (from Julia)". In American blend, it means "honey bee + youthful (blend with Melissa)".
Is Julissa a boy or girl name?
Julissa is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1035. As a boy name, it is ranked #43095. Julissa is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Julissa?
Julissa is currently ranked #1035 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Julissa?
Common nicknames for Julissa include Julie, Juju, and Lisa.
What are good middle names for Julissa?
Popular middle name pairings include Julissa Marie, Julissa Rose, Julissa Elena, Julissa Grace, Julissa Isabel, and Julissa Valentina.
What are good sibling names for Julissa?
Names that pair well with Julissa as siblings include Adriana, Marisa, Vanessa, Eduardo, Carlos, Marisol, and Cristian.
How many syllables does Julissa have?
Julissa has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Julissa a common or rare name?
Julissa is an uncommon name, ranked #1035 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Julissa
Julissa is a girl name with Latin American, Hispanic-American, and American origins . The name means "youthful (from Julia)" in Latin/Greek .
Is Julissa a boy or girl name? Julissa is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,035 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #43,095. Julissa is more commonly used as a girl name.
Julissa is currently ranked #1,035 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Julissa has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Julissa include Julie, Juju, and Lisa. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Julissa include Julia, Juliette, Juliana, Juliet, Julieta . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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