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Zissy

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Pronounced ZEES-sih /ˈzis.sɪ/Medium

Meaning: sweetMedium

In 30 seconds: Zissy is a Yiddish name meaning 'sweet'.

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Origin MediumYiddish

Meaningsweet

U.S. rank (2025)#2437 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births74 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,028

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Zissy is a Yiddish name meaning 'sweet', an affectionate term turned into a given name. Its warmth comes straight from the word it is built on.

The doubled 's' and 'y' ending give it a tender, nickname-like feel typical of Yiddish endearments.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Zissy is 'sweet', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zissy mean?

Zissy is usually explained as meaning 'sweet' and is most often linked with Yiddish tradition.

How do you pronounce Zissy?

It's commonly said ZEES-sih /ˈzis.sɪ/.

Is Zissy a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Zissy is used as a girl name.

How popular is Zissy?

In 2024, Zissy ranked #2593 in the U.S. for girls, with 68 births recorded.