Kelissa
kuh-LISS-ah
Kelissa is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “A modern name, potentially a combination of elements, without a defined meaning.”. It currently ranks #14327 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.
What Kelissa Means
“A modern name, potentially a combination of elements, without a defined meaning.”
The Story of Kelissa
A cheerful, adaptable name that sounds like a promise of kindness and a bright, creative spirit.
Kelissa is a modern English name, emerging in the late 1980s. It likely arose as a combination of pleasing sounds, intended to feel gentle and cheerful.
For your daughter, Kelissa, this name conjures an image of warmth and adaptability. You see her as a kind soul, her adaptable nature allowing her to thrive and her cheerful spirit to shine.
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 2007
Total Births
92
First Recorded
1989
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