Holding steady.
Popularity of Salisa since 1966
Babies named Salisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 27 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Salisa is a rare name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1966, during a period of creative naming experimentation. It saw its highest usage in the early 1970s, peaking in 1972, though it never reached the popularity levels required for national rank. The name has remained consistently uncommon, with its trajectory described as stable, appearing only a handful of times each year in recent data. Its origins are uncertain, but it may be a blend of sounds from names like Salina or Lisa, reflecting a broader trend of invented names that emerged in the mid-20th century. No specific top states were recorded for Salisa, likely due to its extreme rarity. Despite obscurity, the name carries a melodic, feminine quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive.
The name Salisa appears to be a modern coinage, first recorded in U.S. data in 1966. It may be a blend or variant of names like Salina (itself a variant of Selina) or a feminine form combining elements such as Sal- or -Lisa. Its rarity suggests it arose from creative naming rather than a traditional etymology.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sali, Lisa, Sasa
Sibling names for Salisa
Names that share Salisa's style, for a brother or sister.
