Combination name; possibly related to the Hebrew Shalisha
Shalisa is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the prefix 'Sha-' with the name Lisa. It may also be inspired by the biblical place name Shalisha, which is associated with the number three or a third part. Its usage peaked in the late 20th century but remains a rare choice today.
Less common today
Shalisa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,062 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).