Velissa is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. The name is of English origin and is pronounced as vuh-LISS-uh (/vəˈlɪsə/). Velissa has no known variations, but it bears similarity to the name Valeska.
Although not very common, Velissa has been used sporadically in the United States since the 1960s. In 1985, there were 5 occurrences of the name, ranking at number 10,677. It gained more popularity in the following years, reaching its peak in 1973 with 6 occurrences and a rank of 7,432. Velissa carries an air of elegance and sophistication, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their daughter.