Nelissa
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nelissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 169 babies have been named Nelissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nelissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,027 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,027
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nelissa
Nelissa is a girl name .
Nelissa is currently ranked #61,027 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nelissa include Nel, Neli, Neliy, Neliie, Ssa, Ssay, Ssaie, Ney, Neie, and Nelkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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