Issa
girl name#2859 in 2025Issa entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #2282 in 2024, ranks #2859 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
#2859
rank today
#2282
peak (2024)
59
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8479 |
| 1980s | #9685 |
| 1990s | #9780 |
| 2000s | #8992 |
| 2010s | #5347 |
| 2020s | #2698 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Issa has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Issa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Issa is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Issa in 2025?
- Issa ranks #2859 among US girl names in 2025, with 59 babies given the name.
- When was the name Issa most popular?
- Issa peaked in 2024, reaching #2282 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Issa with classmates?
- Issa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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