Jalyssa, pronounced jal-iss-ah, is of Hebrew origin and means 'God is my oath'. It's a modern variation of the classic name Jessica, but offers a unique twist that sets it apart from more traditional names. The name Jalyssa consists of three syllables, starting with a strong 'jal' sound followed by two softer 'iss' sounds, creating a rhythm that makes it both distinctive and easy to pronounce.
"The name Jalyssa experienced a significant increase in popularity from the late 1980s to the mid-2000s, peaking at 105 births in 2007 and maintaining an average of over 70 births per year until around 2013. Since then, its usage has steadily declined, reaching a low of 8 births in 2023."