Alissa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-LIS-uh / /əˈlɪsə/Hebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my light; Greek: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Alissa is often considered a variant of the name Alice, which has roots in the Old French name Aalis. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Alissa has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alyssa
- Alisa
International Variants
- Alyssa (English)
- Alisa (Russian)
- Elisa (Italian)
Famous people named Alissa
Alissa White-Gluz is a Canadian singer known for her work as the lead vocalist of the metal band Arch Enemy.
Alissa Nutting is an American author recognized for her novels and short stories, often exploring dark themes.
Alissa Violet is an American social media personality and actress, known for her presence on platforms like Vine and YouTube.
Alissa Heinerscheid is a prominent marketing executive known for her role in brand strategy and development.
Fictional characters named Alissa
Alissa is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy,' known for her role in the storyline.
Alissa is a character in the book 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of the Witcher series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alissa was first seen in the United States in 1948. Alissa has ranked as high as #473 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Alissa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alissa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 26 | |
| CA | 26 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 42 |
| 1959 | 45 |
| 1960 | 44 |
| 1961 | 54 |
| 1962 | 45 |
| 1963 | 81 |
| 1964 | 92 |
| 1965 | 92 |
| 1966 | 131 |
| 1967 | 195 |
| 1968 | 235 |
| 1969 | 276 |
| 1970 | 358 |
| 1971 | 331 |
| 1972 | 301 |
| 1973 | 372 |
| 1974 | 340 |
| 1975 | 381 |
| 1976 | 406 |
| 1977 | 506 |
| 1978 | 536 |
| 1979 | 1,090 |
| 1980 | 944 |
| 1981 | 848 |
| 1982 | 789 |
| 1983 | 744 |
| 1984 | 797 |
| 1985 | 823 |
| 1986 | 828 |
| 1987 | 753 |
| 1988 | 780 |
| 1989 | 897 |
| 1990 | 998 |
| 1991 | 959 |
| 1992 | 1,035 |
| 1993 | 1,086 |
| 1994 | 1,078 |
| 1995 | 999 |
| 1996 | 1,073 |
| 1997 | 1,223 |
| 1998 | 1,231 |
| 1999 | 1,121 |
| 2000 | 1,156 |
| 2001 | 1,096 |
| 2002 | 1,034 |
| 2003 | 1,062 |
| 2004 | 955 |
| 2005 | 849 |
| 2006 | 859 |
| 2007 | 1,011 |
| 2008 | 731 |
| 2009 | 691 |
| 2010 | 585 |
| 2011 | 474 |
| 2012 | 416 |
| 2013 | 377 |
| 2014 | 322 |
| 2015 | 289 |
| 2016 | 224 |
| 2017 | 226 |
| 2018 | 202 |
| 2019 | 153 |
| 2020 | 154 |
| 2021 | 149 |
| 2022 | 128 |
| 2023 | 122 |
| 2024 | 136 |