Jalissa

Jalissa is a feminine given name that gained recognition in the United States primarily during the 1980s and 1990s. The name may be a creative variant of Alissa or Melissa, with the addition of the popular 'J-' prefix that became common in contemporary naming patterns. Alternatively, it could combine elements from names like Janice and Melissa or Alyssa. The name Alyssa derives from the flower alyssum, ultimately from Greek elements meaning 'against madness,' while Melissa means 'honeybee' in Greek. Jalissa reached its peak popularity in the early 1990s, reflecting the broader trend toward melodic, multisyllabic feminine names during this period. Though less common today, the name continues to be used. Jalissa exemplifies the innovative blending of familiar name elements to create distinctive but accessible sounds that characterized certain naming trends in the late 20th century.

Pronounced juh-LIS-uh.

As of October 2026, Jalissa ranked #5801 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #970 for girls in 1988.