Sissy
Pronunciation: [ s-IHS-ee ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Sissy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 697 babies have been named Sissy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sissy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,769 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,769
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Sissy
Sissy is a girl name .
Sissy is currently ranked #36,769 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sissy include Sis, Siy, Siie, and Siskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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