MallowbyNames

Velisa

və-LEE-sə · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Velissa or a coinage.

Peak popularity
1967
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Velisa since 1960

Babies named Velisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

815231960198020002020Most births 1967Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s118
1970s29
1980s6
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Velisa is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1960, with only a handful of births over the decades. Its peak year was 1967, but it has never reached the top 1000, making it an exceedingly uncommon choice. The trajectory has been stable but consistently low. The name has no strong ties to any particular region or culture, and its etymology is unclear, possibly a modern invention. For parents seeking a truly distinctive name with a soft, feminine sound and no established history, Velisa offers a blank slate. However, its rarity means it may be unfamiliar to many and subject to mispronunciation.

Velisa is a rare name that appears in U.S. records starting in the 1960s, with no clear derivation. It may be a modern invented name, perhaps influenced by names like Velma or Melissa, or a variant of the similarly obscure Velissa. It has never entered widespread use and remains a unique choice.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Velissa

Sibling names for Velisa

Names that share Velisa's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Velisa mean?
The meaning of Velisa is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of Velissa; no definitive meaning has been established.
How popular is the name Velisa?
Velisa is extremely rare. It has never ranked in U.S. Social Security data for any year, with very few births recorded. Its peak year was 1967.
Is Velisa a boy or girl name?
Velisa is used almost exclusively for girls.