Jalisa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjuh-LEE-suh / dʒəˈliːsəAmerican; African American
Meaning
Combination of names; possibly derived from 'Jasmine' and 'Lisa'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jalisa is a modern name that emerged in the United States. It is often associated with African American culture and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. The name reflects a trend of combining traditional names to create unique variations. It is sometimes seen as a blend of the names Jasmine and Lisa, showcasing the creativity in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Jalisa has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jalysa
- Jalisa
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jalisa was first seen in the United States in 1980. Jalisa has ranked as high as #683 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Georgia, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jalisa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jalisa (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 73 |
| 1988 | 520 |
| 1989 | 592 |
| 1990 | 552 |
| 1991 | 588 |
| 1992 | 497 |
| 1993 | 350 |
| 1994 | 262 |
| 1995 | 235 |
| 1996 | 208 |
| 1997 | 167 |
| 1998 | 154 |
| 1999 | 111 |
| 2000 | 136 |
| 2001 | 126 |
| 2002 | 108 |
| 2003 | 92 |
| 2004 | 103 |
| 2005 | 107 |
| 2006 | 114 |
| 2007 | 98 |
| 2008 | 99 |
| 2009 | 105 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2011 | 90 |
| 2012 | 87 |
| 2013 | 70 |
| 2014 | 61 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 28 |