Lyssa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLISS-uh / ˈlɪsəGreek; English
Meaning
Greek: 'light'; English: diminutive of Melissa
Historical & Cultural Background
Lyssa is derived from the Greek word 'lyssa,' which means 'light' or 'to shine.' It is also considered a diminutive form of the name Melissa, which has roots in Greek mythology. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has gained popularity in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Lyssa has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lysa
- Lissa
International Variants
- Lys (French)
- Lysse (English)
Famous people named Lyssa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lyssa was first seen in the United States in 1947. Lyssa has ranked as high as #1161 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Lyssa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lyssa (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 46 |
| 1985 | 68 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 59 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 51 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |