How Many People Are Named Liisa?

Complete statistics for the name Liisa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Liisa
Very Rare
Hebrew

Liisa means 'supplanter' in Hebrew, making it a rare choice for just 387 people in the US today, or 1 in 852,273 Americans. That's pretty unique! With 43% of those named Liisa being over 60, it definitely leans towards an older generation.

~387
Living in US
1 in 852,273
Americans
1962
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Determined Resilient
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 represents freedom and adventure.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

37,361
Worldwide Bearers
#23,501
Global Rank
🇫🇮 Finland
32,057
🇸🇪 Sweden
1,169
🇺🇸 United States
1,116
🇪🇪 Estonia
1,087
🇨🇦 Canada
591
🇳🇦 Namibia
450
🇬🇧 England
209
🇩🇪 Germany
183
🇳🇴 Norway
71
🇳🇱 Netherlands
61

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
387 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 57
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
242
Would be 30–60 (57%)
185
Would be over 60 (43%)

All 427 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: 1962

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
78
Classic Feel
50
Modern Appeal
50
International
98

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Liisa Through the Generations

Liisa, a name that's been around since the early 20th century, reached its peak popularity in 1962 with 28 births. Since then, it's maintained a stable presence, though it's far from common. Today, there are 387 people named Liisa in the United States, with most falling into the 30-60 age range. The name's origins trace back to Hebrew, adding a layer of historical depth to its usage. It's a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities, offering a touch of tradition with a contemporary twist.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 10
Massachusetts 5

⭐ Famous People Named Liisa

Liisa is a Finnish and Estonian female given name. Its name day is 19 November in both countries. It originated as a variation of the name Lisa or Alisa. As of January 2013, there are more than 100,000 women registered in Finland with this name. It is listed by the Finnish Population Register Centre as one of the top 10 most popular female given names ever. As of 1 January 2020, 1,114 women in Estonia have the first name Liisa, making it the 169th most popular female name in the country. The name is most commonly found in Saare County.…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Liisa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Liisa's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Liisa

How Many People Have the Name Liisa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 387 people in the United States currently share the name Liisa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 852,273 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Liisa a Common or Rare Name?

Liisa 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 Liisa Mean?

Liisa means "supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Liisa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Liisa Most Popular?

The name Liisa reached peak popularity in 1962, with 28 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Liisa?

Approximately 387 people named Liisa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 427. That works out to roughly 1 in 852,273 Americans.

Is Liisa a rare name?

Liisa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 852,273 Americans has this name.

What does the name Liisa mean?

Liisa means "supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Liisa more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Liisa are male and 100% are female.

When was Liisa most popular?

Liisa peaked in 1962 with 28 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US387
All-Time Births427
1 in X1 in 852,273
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age57
Peak Year1962
World Rank#23,501
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.