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Julissa Pronunciation

Julissa is pronounced joo-LIS-uh /dʒuːˈlɪs.ə/High

Meaning: Youthful; a Spanish-American blend of Julia (from Latin Iulius, of the Julian family, possibly from Jupiter/Jove) and -issa suffixHigh

In 30 seconds: A Spanish-American feminine name blending Julia (youthful, of the Julian family) with the -issa suffix, giving the classic Julia name a more elaborate, flowing form popular in Latin American communities.

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Origin HighSpanish, Latin

MeaningYouthful; a Spanish-American blend of Julia (from Latin Iulius, of the Julian family, possibly from Jupiter/Jove) and -issa suffix

U.S. rank (2024)#1033 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births243 girls (0.02% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2006

Total births (all-time)≈ 25,678

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Julissa is a Spanish-American elaboration of Julia, which derives from the Roman family name Iulius (possibly from the Greek ioulos, meaning downy-bearded or youthful). Julia has been one of the most enduring Latin feminine names since antiquity.

Julissa has appeared in U.S. birth data from the late 20th century, used primarily in Hispanic communities. It ranked #1033 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? The Julian family name (Iulius) from which Julia derives claimed descent from the Roman goddess Venus through Iulus, the son of Aeneas — making Julia one of the few common names with a direct mythological divine lineage in Roman tradition.

Overall data confidence 84%

Behind the Name — Julia — Latin etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

JulisaJuliza

Nicknames

JuliJulieLissa

Themes & Styles

Latin Three-syllable Spanish Hispanic Julia-family

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Julia— the base name from which Julissa derives

Juliana— the four-syllable Latin elaboration of Julia

Juliet— the romantic diminutive of Julia from Shakespeare

Melissa— three-syllable -issa ending name in the same sonic register

Clarissa— three-syllable -issa ending name with the same elaborate elegance

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How do you pronounce Julissa?

Julissa is pronounced joo-LIS-uh (/dʒuːˈlɪs.ə/). Press play above to hear Julissa said aloud.

How do you say Julissa?

Julissa is said joo-LIS-uh (/dʒuːˈlɪs.ə/). Press play above to hear Julissa said aloud.

What does the name Julissa mean?

Julissa means 'youthful,' blending Julia (from Latin Iulius, meaning youthful or of Jove's family) with the -issa suffix.

Is Julissa a boy or girl name?

Julissa is used as a girls' name.

How popular is Julissa?

Julissa ranked #1033 for U.S. girls in 2024.