Malissa
girl name#10917 in 2025Malissa entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #342 in 1880, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10917
rank today
#342
peak (1880)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #504 |
| 1890s | #695 |
| 1900s | #846 |
| 1910s | #1273 |
| 1920s | #1666 |
| 1930s | #2644 |
| 1940s | #2574 |
| 1950s | #2000 |
| 1960s | #1027 |
| 1970s | #620 |
| 1980s | #902 |
| 1990s | #1880 |
| 2000s | #4547 |
| 2010s | #10053 |
| 2020s | #12595 |
Living bearers
About 7,300 people named Malissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Malissa alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Malissa in 2025?
- Malissa ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Malissa most popular?
- Malissa peaked in 1880, reaching #342 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Malissa with classmates?
- Malissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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