Valissa
Valissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,344 in the US, popular nicknames include Val, Vay, and Valie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Valissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 214 babies have been named Valissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Valissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,344 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,344
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Valissa
Valissa is a girl name .
Valissa is currently ranked #36,344 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Valissa include Val, Vay, Valie, and Valiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis