Jelessa
girl nameJelessa entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #6666 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#6666
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7058 |
| 1990s | #7303 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jelessa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jelessa alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jelessa in 2025?
- Jelessa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jelessa most popular?
- Jelessa peaked in 1988, reaching #6666 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jelessa with classmates?
- Jelessa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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