Alysha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEE-sha / əˈliːʃəEnglish; Arabic
Meaning
English: noble; Arabic: protected
Historical & Cultural Background
Alysha is a modern variant of the name Alicia, which has roots in Old French and Latin. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century. The name is often associated with qualities of nobility and protection, reflecting its meanings. It has also been influenced by similar-sounding names in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Alysha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alicia
- Alisha
- Alysha
International Variants
- Alicia (Spanish)
- Alisha (Hindi)
- Alysha (English)
Famous people named Alysha
Alysha Del Valle is a television personality known for her work as a news anchor in California.
Alysha Clark is a professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA.
Alysha Brilla is a Canadian singer-songwriter recognized for her contributions to the music industry.
Alysha Nett is a model and social media influencer known for her work in fashion.
Fictional characters named Alysha
Alysha is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for her adventurous spirit.
Alysha is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where she is depicted as a curious student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alysha was first seen in the United States in 1965. Alysha has ranked as high as #678 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Alysha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alysha (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| NY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 37 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1975 | 39 |
| 1976 | 63 |
| 1977 | 70 |
| 1978 | 63 |
| 1979 | 108 |
| 1980 | 99 |
| 1981 | 93 |
| 1982 | 98 |
| 1983 | 118 |
| 1984 | 138 |
| 1985 | 182 |
| 1986 | 242 |
| 1987 | 383 |
| 1988 | 488 |
| 1989 | 590 |
| 1990 | 630 |
| 1991 | 568 |
| 1992 | 512 |
| 1993 | 481 |
| 1994 | 409 |
| 1995 | 387 |
| 1996 | 358 |
| 1997 | 269 |
| 1998 | 271 |
| 1999 | 233 |
| 2000 | 239 |
| 2001 | 190 |
| 2002 | 231 |
| 2003 | 168 |
| 2004 | 203 |
| 2005 | 162 |
| 2006 | 136 |
| 2007 | 114 |
| 2008 | 132 |
| 2009 | 93 |
| 2010 | 114 |
| 2011 | 98 |
| 2012 | 68 |
| 2013 | 61 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 46 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 47 |