Nelissa
girl nameNelissa entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #5885 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#5885
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7797 |
| 1980s | #8258 |
| 1990s | #11625 |
| 2000s | #12612 |
| 2010s | #16547 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nelissa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nelissa alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nelissa in 2025?
- Nelissa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nelissa most popular?
- Nelissa peaked in 1981, reaching #5885 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nelissa with classmates?
- Nelissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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