Gelissa
girl nameGelissa entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #9336 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#9336
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11798 |
| 1990s | #12032 |
| 2000s | #13606 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gelissa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gelissa alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gelissa in 2025?
- Gelissa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gelissa most popular?
- Gelissa peaked in 1991, reaching #9336 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gelissa with classmates?
- Gelissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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