Alissa
girl name#1942 in 2025Alissa entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #236 in 1979, ranks #1942 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1948–2025
#1942
rank today
#236
peak (1979)
99
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4419 |
| 1950s | #2590 |
| 1960s | #1117 |
| 1970s | #460 |
| 1980s | #299 |
| 1990s | #267 |
| 2000s | #345 |
| 2010s | #919 |
| 2020s | #1614 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alissa has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 37,500 people named Alissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alissa alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alissa in 2025?
- Alissa ranks #1942 among US girl names in 2025, with 99 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alissa most popular?
- Alissa peaked in 1979, reaching #236 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alissa with classmates?
- Alissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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