Yalissa Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yah-LIS-ah /jəˈlɪsə/
Origin: Modern; American
Meaning: Combination of names; possibly derived from 'Yah' (God) and 'Lisa' (God's promise)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yalissa is believed to be a modern variant of the name Alyssa, which has roots in the Greek word "alyssum," referring to a type of flower. The term "alyssum" itself is derived from the Greek "a-" meaning "without" and "lyssa," meaning "madness," historically associated with a plant thought to cure rabies.
The transition into English occurred through the adaptation of names in the 19th century, when floral names gained popularity in various cultures, including English-speaking regions. Historically, the name Alyssa gained prominence in the late 20th century, particularly in literature and popular culture, which contributed to its various adaptations.
The name is often linked to themes of beauty and nature, resonating with the floral connotations of its etymological roots. While Yalissa itself does not have a long historical record, it can be seen as part of a broader trend of creating unique variations of established names, a practice that has been common in many cultures.
Culturally, names like Yalissa carry a sense of individuality and modernity, reflecting contemporary naming practices that favor unique and phonetic variations. The name's melodic quality and connection to nature through its etymological lineage may contribute to its appeal.
While Yalissa may not have historical figures or saints associated with it, its roots in the floral tradition and its connection to the more established Alyssa provide a framework for understanding its significance in the context of name evolution.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yalissa was first seen in the United States in 1991.
Yalissa has ranked as high as #1308 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Florida, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Yalissa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yalissa 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 Yalissa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Yalissa (2005)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
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 Yalissa.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |