Tilisa

“One who is auspicious or lucky.” — Associated with positivity and auspiciousness

India origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1672US 2023

528Births / yr

→Stable

23All-time births

📅 Since 197000

How to pronounce Tilisa

TIL·EE·suh

/ˈtɪl.ˈiː.sə/ · stress on TIL · 3 syllables

“One who is auspicious or lucky.”

Associated with positivity and auspiciousness · India origin

What does Tilisa mean and where does it come from?

Tilisa is a less common name that is unique and rarely used outside of specific cultural contexts. It derives from Sanskrit roots associated with positivity and auspiciousness, expressing the hope that the bearer will embody such traits.

Cultural significance

Tilisa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of one who is auspicious or lucky..

Peak popularity

Reached #8611 in 1979 — currently #1672 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tilisa?

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

Tilisa Grace

How popular is Tilisa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1672 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1672 · Top 1.2%

1970

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1672	528	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1677	508	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1682	478	▲ up 10255 · +7867% births
1990	#11937	6	▼ down 2617 · +20% births
1970	#9320	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tilisa

Best Year2023Rank #1672

Peak Count528

Average Rank#5258

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1970 - 20235 years

The story of Tilisa

Tilisa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 23 total births recorded, Tilisa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9320 in 1970 to #1672 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tilisa in 1979:

Jennifer Melissa Amanda Jessica Amy

Tilisa by decade

Tilisa peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s ★	12
1980s	5
1990s	6

💎Tilisa has only 23 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tilisa?

Common

TilTilieTilyIsa

What names sound and feel like Tilisa?

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

Tialisa

American · Combination of Tia

Milisa

Slavic countries · Slavic

Jilisa

American · A modern blend

Mirisa

India · Sanskrit

Tilisha

American · A modern name

Ilisa

Native American · she is a

Tilia

Latin · Latin

Tylisa

American · derived from Tia

Common questions about the name Tilisa

What does the name Tilisa mean?

Tilisa means "One who is auspicious or lucky." — a name rooted in India 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 Tilisa?

Tilisa 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 Tilisa?

Tilisa originates from India tradition. India 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 Tilisa?

Tilisa is a three-syllable name pronounced T IH1 L IY1 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 Tilisa?

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