Shalissa

“Thought to be a modern creation, possibly a blend of 'Sharon' and 'Lisa', suggesting 'a friend'.” — Associated with this name

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1645US 2023

555Births / yr

→Stable

89All-time births

📅 Since 198200

How to pronounce Shalissa

SHAH·LIS·uh

/ˈʃɑ.ˈlɪs.ə/ · stress on SHAH · 3 syllables

“Thought to be a modern creation, possibly a blend of 'Sharon' and 'Lisa', suggesting 'a friend'.”

Associated with this name · American origin

What does Shalissa mean and where does it come from?

Shalissa is a relatively new name, emerging in the 1980s. This name is mainly found among African American communities and reflects the trend of inventive naming practices seen in contemporary society. There are no notable historical figures associated with this name.

Cultural significance

Shalissa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of thought to be a modern creation, possibly a blend of 'sharon' and 'lisa', suggesting 'a friend'..

Peak popularity

Reached #8363 in 1990 — currently #1645 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Shalissa?

Shalissa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Shalissa Grace

How popular is Shalissa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1645 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#1645 · Top 1.2%

1990

1995

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1645	555	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1650	535	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1655	505	▲ up 10946 · +8317% births
1995	#12601	6	▼ down 4238 · -40% births
1990	#8363	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Shalissa

Best Year2023Rank #1645

Peak Count555

Average Rank#5183

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20235 years

The story of Shalissa

Shalissa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 89 total births recorded, Shalissa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8363 in 1990 to #1645 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Shalissa in 1990:

Jessica Ashley Brittany Amanda Samantha

Shalissa by decade

Shalissa peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	20
1990s ★	64
2000s	5

💎Shalissa has only 89 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Shalissa?

Common

ShaShalShalieShalyIssa

What names sound and feel like Shalissa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Shalissa also consider these

Shanissa

American · God is gracious

Sharissa

American · A variation of

Shalyssa

American · A variant of

Chalissa

American · Variant of Chalice,

Shelissa

American · Shelly's daughter or

Sherissa

American · English

Yalissa

American · A modern variant

Talissa

American · English

Common questions about the name Shalissa

What does the name Shalissa mean?

Shalissa means "Thought to be a modern creation, possibly a blend of 'Sharon' and 'Lisa', suggesting 'a friend'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Shalissa?

Shalissa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Shalissa?

Shalissa originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Shalissa?

Shalissa is a three-syllable name pronounced SH AA1 L IH1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Shalissa?

Shalissa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.