Ilyssa: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: eelyss-ah
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: God is my oath or noble

Ilyssa is a variant of the name Lisa, which means God is my oath or noble, reflecting its Greek origins and associations. The name Ilyssa has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, influenced by cultural trends and personal preferences. It remains a timeless choice for parents seeking a name with deep historical roots.

Ilyssa Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ilyssa is currently #17517 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Ilyssa is currently #9956 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Ilyssa is currently #8131 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Ilyssa is currently #4579 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Ilyssa is currently #9135 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Ilyssa is currently #5202 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Ilyssa is currently #8281 on Kiindred Australian Names

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