Julissa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Julissa is a modern Spanish name that blends the traditional names Julia and Lisa. It means 'youthful' and has evolved from its Latin roots through various languages. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the Americas, and carries a positive, modern image. It is not associated with any biblical figures.
The name Julissa is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Julissa has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Julissa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1222nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 920th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 314th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 683rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Julissa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Julissa"
Pronunciation
/dʒuːˈlɪsə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Julissa is believed to be a modern blend of the names Julia and Lisa. Julia derives from the Latin 'Iulius,' a Roman family name, while Lisa is a diminutive of Elizabeth, which means 'God is my oath.'
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Julia (Latin), Julija (Slavic), Julissa (Modern Spanish)
Historical Usage
Julissa gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States and Latin America, as a feminine name reflecting a blend of traditional and modern influences.
Variants & Derivatives
Juli, Julie, Jules
Modern Popularity & Image
Julissa is viewed positively, often associated with youthfulness and vibrancy. It is popular among younger generations and is seen as a modern and stylish name.
Famous People
Julissa Bermudez, an American television personality and actress, Julissa Arce, a Mexican-American author and activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Julissa"
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 "Julissa"
"Julissa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1222nd of 19264 | 1,500 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 920th of 27321 | 3,115 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 314th of 35406 | 15,959 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 683rd of 30306 | 5,099 |
Regional Popularity of "Julissa" 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 "Julissa" 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) |
55.02% 1616th/2937 |
18.92% 659th/3483 |
31.84% 1120th/3518 |
23.24% 940th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.82% 1541st/3685 |
10.99% 492nd/4475 |
20.31% 1055th/5194 |
12.81% 809th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.46% 525th/4582 |
7.77% 401st/5164 |
4.33% 317th/7313 |
2.89% 216th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.89% 1111th/3984 |
20.75% 931st/4487 |
10.23% 698th/6822 |
6.95% 436th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Julissa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Julissa" 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.