The baby name Lissah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈlɪsə/ (LISS-ə).
The baby name Lissah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈlɪsə/ (LISS-ə).
Lissah is in Origin.
Lissah is a modern, phonetic respelling of Lissa/Lisa, ultimately tracing to Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva, “God is my oath.” In English it has long functioned as a diminutive not only of Elizabeth but also of Melissa and of Alissa/Alyssa (related to Alicia), giving Lissah layered associations: “God is my oath,” “honeybee,” and “noble/exalted.” The -ah ending mirrors contemporary naming fashions and reflects cross‑linguistic transliterations that favor a final h.
As a short form, Lissa appears in 19th‑century records, while Lisa surged across Europe and North America in the mid‑20th century; Lissah itself is a rare, 21st‑century variant chosen for distinction. Close variants and cognates include Lissa, Lisa, Lysa, Lyssa, Liza, Elisa, Eliza, Elissa, Alyssa, Alissa, and Melissa. Informal nicknames include Liss, Lis, Issa, and Sisi. Usage today is eclectic and international, with parents drawn to its familiar sound, compact shape, and versatile heritage.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BW | Girls | 0 | #150 | 2 | 4,216 |
| NA | Girls | 0 | #234 | 4 | 7,146 |
| GH | Girls | 0 | #337 | 1 | 6,973 |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #361 | 1 | 8,138 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| IL | Girls | 0 | #645 | 1 | 11,648 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,012 | 3 | 25,931 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,071 | 2 | 24,821 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,116 | 26 | 25,928 |
| MA | 0 | #1,199 | 1 | 20,986 | |
| DZ | 0 | #1,234 | 1 | 20,130 | |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,271 | 2 | 25,619 |
Lissah is popular in 10 countries — most recent births per country:
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