Lissa

Pronunciation: [ l-IHS-uh ]

Lissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,116 in the US, popular nicknames include Lis, Liy, and Lisie.

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Girl Name #8,116 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lissa is a girl name, recorded for 14 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-IHS-uh.

Parents who love the name Lissa often also consider Olivette, Coda, Cydney .

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Historical Record

Lissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 3,816 babies have been named Lissa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Lissa is past its peak , currently ranked #8,116 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#8,116
Current Rank
Peaked 1958 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#8,116
Total SSA Count
14

Nicknames

Lis Liy Lisie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lissa

Is Lissa a boy or girl name?
Lissa is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lissa?
Lissa is pronounced l-IHS-uh.
How popular is the name Lissa?
Lissa is currently ranked #8116 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lissa?
Common nicknames for Lissa include Lis, Liy, and Lisie.
Is Lissa a common or rare name?
Lissa is an uncommon name, ranked #8116 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Lissa?
Lissa pairs well with Olivette, Coda, Cydney, Dhanvika in style and sound.

About the Name Lissa

Lissa is a girl name .

Lissa is currently ranked #8,116 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Lissa include Lis, Liy, and Lisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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