Leissa
Leissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,051 in the US, popular nicknames include Lei, Ley, and Leiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Leissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 23 babies have been named Leissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,051 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,051
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Leissa
Leissa is a girl name .
Leissa is currently ranked #23,051 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leissa include Lei, Ley, Leiie, and Leisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leissa include Leisha . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis