Kalyssa
Kalyssa is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,218 in the US, popular nicknames include Kal, Kay, and Kalie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kalyssa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 844 babies have been named Kalyssa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kalyssa is past its peak , currently ranked #13,218 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,218
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Kalyssa
Kalyssa is a girl name .
Kalyssa is currently ranked #13,218 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kalyssa include Kal, Kay, Kalie, and Kalyie. 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