Alisah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-LEE-sah /əˈliːsə/
Origin: Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; Arabic: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alisah is a variant of the name Alice, which has its roots in the Old French name Aalis, a diminutive of Adelais, itself derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis. The components of Adalheidis are 'adal,' meaning 'noble,' and 'heid,' meaning 'kind' or 'sort.' This etymological journey traces back to the early medieval period, with the name entering the English language through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when French became the language of the English court and aristocracy.
The name Alice gained popularity in England, particularly after the publication of Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" in the 19th century, which solidified its place in literary culture. Historically, the name Alice has been borne by various notable figures, including Alice of Battenberg, the mother of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and Alice, Queen of the United Kingdom, who was the daughter of Queen Victoria.
The name has also appeared in religious texts, with variations like Alys and Alisah appearing in medieval records. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its association with nobility and virtue, as well as its presence in significant literary and historical contexts.
Culturally, the name Alisah, like its variants, often symbolizes qualities such as grace and nobility. Its phonetic structure and melodic quality contribute to its charm, making it a favored choice in various cultures.
The name's adaptability and the existence of related forms, such as Alys and Alissa, reflect its versatility across different languages and traditions. Overall, Alisah carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in a legacy of nobility and literary prominence.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alisah was first seen in the United States in 1978.
Alisah has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Alisah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alisah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alisah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Alisah
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alisah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |