Nissa
Pronunciation: [ n-IHS-uh ]
Nissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,331 in the US, popular nicknames include Nis, Niy, and Nisie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 1,527 babies have been named Nissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nissa is past its peak , currently ranked #13,331 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,331
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Nissa
Nissa is a girl name .
Nissa is currently ranked #13,331 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nissa include Nis, Niy, and Nisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nissa include Nissi . 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