Holding steady.
Popularity of Shelisa since 1963
Babies named Shelisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 73 |
| 1970s | 111 |
| 1980s | 120 |
| 1990s | 87 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shelisa is a modern American coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1963, reflecting the midcentury trend of creating feminine names by blending familiar elements. The name saw its highest usage in 1989, fitting within the broader popularity of names like Melissa and Lisa during the 1980s. Despite never reaching the top 1,000, its trajectory has remained stable, suggesting a small but consistent number of parents have chosen it. The lack of a clear etymological root gives Shelisa a distinctly modern feel, and its simple pronunciation has aided its occasional use.
Shelisa is a modern invented name, likely formed by blending the first syllable of Cheryl or Shelley with the suffix -isa, echoing names like Lisa or Alisa. It gained modest use in the United States from the mid-1960s, peaking in 1989. Its spelling and pronunciation are straightforward, contributing to its appeal during the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sheli, Lisa, Lee
Sibling names for Shelisa
Names that share Shelisa's style, for a brother or sister.
