Declining since 1987, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Ivelisse since 1952
Babies named Ivelisse per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 77 |
| 1960s | 238 |
| 1970s | 240 |
| 1980s | 346 |
| 1990s | 275 |
| 2000s | 225 |
| 2010s | 229 |
| 2020s | 146 |
Meaning & origin
Ivelisse is a distinctive Spanish name most common in Puerto Rican families. First recorded in 1952, it saw its most frequent use in the 1980s, peaking in 1988. Since then, its popularity has steadily declined, and in 2025 it ranked 8,362 with just 1 in 133,939 births. Though its precise origin is debated, it is widely regarded as a feminine elaboration combining elements of Yvette or Yvonne with a Spanish suffix. Despite its rarity, Ivelisse remains a culturally resonant name, particularly within Puerto Rican communities, where it carries a melodic, modern feel.
Ivelisse appears to be a modern Spanish coinage, likely derived from the French name Yvette (a feminine form of Yves, meaning 'yew wood') or Yvonne, with the addition of the popular Spanish feminine suffix '-isse'. The name has been most notably used in Puerto Rico since the mid-20th century, peaking in the 1980s. Its exact derivation remains uncertain.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ivi, Lisse, Veli
Sibling names for Ivelisse
Names that share Ivelisse's style, for a brother or sister.
