Yelissa
girl nameYelissa entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #10392 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#10392
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10392 |
| 1990s | #14122 |
| 2000s | #15877 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yelissa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yelissa alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yelissa in 2025?
- Yelissa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Yelissa most popular?
- Yelissa peaked in 1980, reaching #10392 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yelissa with classmates?
- Yelissa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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