How Many People Are Named Jalyssa?
Complete statistics for the name Jalyssa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Jalyssa is a very rare female name, with only 1,668 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 197,830 Americans. The majority of Jalyssas are under 30, giving it a truly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with life-path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and strong sense of responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 21All 1,686 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2007Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Jalyssa Through the Generations
Jalyssa peaked in popularity in 2007 with 105 births, but since then, its usage has been declining. Today, most Jalyssas are young adults, with 1,389 under 30 and 297 aged between 30 and 60. This generational skew suggests it's a name chosen by parents looking for something fresh and unique.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Jalyssa's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Jalyssa
How Many People Have the Name Jalyssa?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,668 people in the United States currently share the name Jalyssa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 197,830 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Jalyssa a Common or Rare Name?
Jalyssa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Jalyssa Mean?
Jalyssa means "creative variant of Jaleesa" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Jalyssa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Jalyssa Most Popular?
The name Jalyssa reached peak popularity in 2007, with 105 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Jalyssa?
Approximately 1,668 people named Jalyssa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,686. That works out to roughly 1 in 197,830 Americans.
Is Jalyssa a rare name?
Jalyssa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 197,830 Americans has this name.
What does the name Jalyssa mean?
Jalyssa means "creative variant of Jaleesa" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Jalyssa more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Jalyssa are male and 100% are female.
When was Jalyssa most popular?
Jalyssa peaked in 2007 with 105 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.