Zissel

Q: What is the origin of Zissel?

Zissel is of Yiddish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Zissel a girl name?

Zissel is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Sweet; Dear"

Zissel is a Yiddish affectionate name meaning sweet or dear, historically used in Ashkenazi communities as a diminutive.

Themes:yiddishaffectiondiminutive

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Popularity History of Zissel

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10236Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Zissel did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Zissel Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Zissel.

8 ideas

zisy

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ziss

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zie

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ssel

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sely

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Zissel mean?

Zissel means "Sweet; Dear". Zissel is a Yiddish affectionate name meaning sweet or dear, historically used in Ashkenazi communities as a diminutive.

What is the origin of Zissel?

Zissel is of Yiddish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Zissel?

According to the latest SSA data, Zissel is currently ranked #10236 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Zissel a girl name?

Zissel is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Zissel?

Popular nicknames for Zissel include zisy, ziss, zie, zy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Zissel?

There are many names similar to Zissel in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginYiddish, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#10236

Trend→ Stable

Starts withZ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Avrumy Berl Berel Dovber Fishel

Sisters

Baila Blima Bayla Basya Blimy

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