Declining since 2006, #1,135 for girls today.
Popularity of Julissa since 1964
Babies named Julissa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 180 |
| 1970s | 1,232 |
| 1980s | 1,399 |
| 1990s | 4,810 |
| 2000s | 10,523 |
| 2010s | 6,092 |
| 2020s | 1,652 |
Meaning & origin
Julissa first appeared in the United States in 1964 and experienced a peak in popularity in 2006, when it was ranked significantly higher. Since then, its usage has been declining; the latest data from 2025 shows it at rank 1,135, with approximately 1 in 7,840 newborn girls given the name. Geographically, Julissa has been most common in California, Illinois, and Maryland, reflecting its strong associations with Hispanic communities. The name's structure fits a pattern of modern Spanish feminine names that blend traditional roots with contemporary sounds.
Julissa is a modern elaboration of Julia, the feminine form of the Roman family name Julius. Julia has been used across Europe for centuries, and Julissa emerged in the 20th century, likely influenced by names like Melissa or Elissa. It has been particularly popular in Hispanic communities in the United States.
Where Julissa is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Julie, Jules, Lissa, Juli
Sibling names for Julissa
Names that share Julissa's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Julissa
Names whose popularity has moved with Julissa's over the last 50 years.
