Lisa
boy nameLisa entered the US charts in 1952, peaked at #575 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1952–2025
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rank today
#575
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #1979 |
| 1960s | #689 |
| 1970s | #980 |
| 1980s | #1638 |
| 1990s | #5223 |
| 2000s | #8209 |
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Lisa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lisa alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lisa in 2025?
- Lisa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lisa most popular?
- Lisa peaked in 1965, reaching #575 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lisa with classmates?
- Lisa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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