Yelissa

“Yelissa is a modern and creative variant of the name Elissa, which has roots in Hebrew and Phoenician”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#662US 2023

1.5kBirths / yr

→Stable

25All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Yelissa

YEL·IS·uh

/ˈjɛl.ˈɪs.ə/ · stress on YEL · 3 syllables

“Yelissa is a modern and creative variant of the name Elissa, which has roots in Hebrew and Phoenician”

American origin · Girl name

What does Yelissa mean and where does it come from?

Yelissa is a modern and creative variant of the name Elissa, which has roots in Hebrew and Phoenician. It has become popular in the United States and Latin American countries, possibly due to its melodic and trendy sound. While not widely documented in historical texts, names like Yelissa can reflec

Cultural significance

Yelissa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #12156 in 1980 — currently #662 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yelissa?

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

Yelissa Grace

How popular is Yelissa right now?

Holding steady — currently #662 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#662 · Top 0.49%

1980

2000

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#662	1,538	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#667	1,518	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#672	1,488	▲ up 15256 · +29660% births
2000	#15928	5	▼ down 3772
1980	#12156	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yelissa

Best Year2023Rank #662

Peak Count1,538

Average Rank#6017

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1980 - 20235 years

The story of Yelissa

Yelissa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 25 total births recorded, Yelissa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12156 in 1980 to #662 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yelissa in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

Yelissa by decade

Yelissa peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	5
2000s ★	15

💎Yelissa has only 25 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yelissa?

Common

YelYelieYelyIssa

What names sound and feel like Yelissa?

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

Yelisa

American · Joyful and desired

American · happy; fortunate

Jelissa

American · English

Common questions about the name Yelissa

What does the name Yelissa mean?

Yelissa means "Spanish" — 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 Yelissa?

Yelissa is currently ranked #662 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 Yelissa?

Yelissa 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 Yelissa?

Yelissa is a three-syllable name pronounced Y EH1 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 Yelissa?

Yelissa 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.