Holding steady.
Popularity of Lessa since 1952
Babies named Lessa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 25 |
| 1960s | 49 |
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 51 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lessa is a rare American name, first appearing in Social Security records in 1952. Its peak usage came in 1985, but it has never entered the top 1000. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting a small but consistent number of parents have chosen it over the decades. Its origins are unclear; it may be a modern name built around a pleasant sound or a variant of other names like Lessie. Due to its rarity, Lessa offers a distinctive choice without a heavily documented history.
Lessa first appeared in American records in 1952. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly inspired by the Scottish surname Lessa or as a variant of Lessie, a familiar form of names like Letitia or Celeste. Alternatively, it may have been formed from the popular -essa suffix. Its usage has remained rare and stable, with a modest peak in 1985.
Sibling names for Lessa
Names that share Lessa's style, for a brother or sister.
