Jelisa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jelisa is a modern English name that combines elements from 'Jesse' and 'Lisa', conveying the meaning 'God's gift'. It evolved through the blend of these names and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is viewed as a unique name that reflects creativity and individuality, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jelisa"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈliːsə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Jelisa is likely a modern blend of the names 'Jesse' and 'Lisa', combining elements from both names.
Meaning
God's gift
Language Evolution
Jesse, Lisa, Jelisa
Historical Usage
Jelisa began to gain popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jelice, Jelissa, Lisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Jelisa is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 145 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jelisa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jelisa"
"Jelisa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2245th of 27321 | 850 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8070th of 35406 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19915th of 30306 | 26 |
Regional Popularity of "Jelisa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jelisa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.09% 1846th/3685 |
46.48% 2080th/4475 |
27.38% 1422nd/5194 |
62.45% 3945th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jelisa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jelisa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jelisa" in the United States
The name Jelisa is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jelisa has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jelisa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2245th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8070th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19915th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jelisa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.