Chelisa Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: shuh-LEE-sah /ʃəˈliːsə/
Origin: English; American
Meaning: Combination of 'Che' and 'Lisa'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Chelisa is believed to be a modern blend of the names "Che" and "Lisa." The name "Che" can be traced back to the Spanish language, where it is often used as a familiar form of address, while "Lisa" is derived from the Hebrew name "Elisheba," meaning "God is my oath." This name evolved through various linguistic stages, including Greek and Latin, before becoming popular in English-speaking cultures. The combination of these elements in Chelisa reflects a contemporary trend of creating unique names by merging traditional ones.
Historically, the name Lisa gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly through its association with figures in literature and popular culture. The name has been borne by various notable individuals, including artists and public figures, which contributed to its recognition.
The use of diminutives and variations of names has been a common practice throughout history, and Chelisa fits into this tradition as a modern adaptation that retains a connection to its roots. Culturally, names like Chelisa often embody a sense of individuality and creativity, reflecting broader societal trends towards unique personal identities.
The blending of names can signify familial connections or honor particular heritage, which resonates with many parents seeking meaningful names for their children. While Chelisa itself may not have historical milestones akin to more established names, its components carry significant weight in their respective cultural contexts, contributing to the name's overall resonance.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chelisa was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Chelisa has ranked as high as #1182 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Chelisa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Chelisa is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Chelisa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Chelisa
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Chelisa.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |