Velissa
Velissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #63,361 in the US, popular nicknames include Vel, Vey, and Velie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Velissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 42 babies have been named Velissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Velissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,361 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #63,361
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Velissa
Velissa is a girl name .
Velissa is currently ranked #63,361 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Velissa include Vel, Vey, Velie, and Veliie. 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