Jerissa
girl nameJerissa entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #8761 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#8761
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9652 |
| 1980s | #8761 |
| 1990s | #11909 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jerissa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jerissa alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jerissa in 2025?
- Jerissa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jerissa most popular?
- Jerissa peaked in 1989, reaching #8761 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jerissa with classmates?
- Jerissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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