Ressa

Pronunciation: [ r-EHS-uh ]

Ressa is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,679 in the US, popular nicknames include Res, Rey, and Resie.

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Girl Name #70,679 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Ressa is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced r-EHS-uh.

Parents who love the name Ressa often also consider Elmo, Peachie, Melvin .

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Historical Record

Ressa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.

Over 25 babies have been named Ressa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Ressa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,679 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#70,679
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#70,679
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Res Rey Resie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ressa

Is Ressa a boy or girl name?
Ressa is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Ressa?
Ressa is pronounced r-EHS-uh.
How popular is the name Ressa?
Ressa is currently ranked #70679 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ressa?
Common nicknames for Ressa include Res, Rey, and Resie.
Is Ressa a common or rare name?
Ressa is an uncommon name, ranked #70679 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Ressa?
Ressa pairs well with Elmo, Peachie, Melvin, Dicey in style and sound.

About the Name Ressa

Ressa is a girl name .

Ressa is currently ranked #70,679 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Ressa include Res, Rey, and Resie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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