Alyssa Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-LIS-uh / /əˈlɪsə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'noble'; Latin: 'God's promise'
Historical & Cultural Background
Alyssa is derived from the Greek name 'Alyssum', which refers to a flower. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century. It has been used predominantly for girls, but its phonetic appeal has led to some usage for boys as well. The name is often associated with beauty and grace.
Trend Summary
Alyssa has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alissa
- Alyssia
International Variants
- Alyssa (English)
- Alisa (Russian)
- Alyzée (French)
Famous people named Alyssa
—
Fictional characters named Alyssa
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alyssa was first seen in the United States in 1979. Alyssa has ranked as high as #1297 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, California, and District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Alyssa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alyssa (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 35 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |