Alissah
uh-LISS-ah
Alissah is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A modern variation of Alyssa, which is derived from the alyssum flower. In Greek, alysson means 'immune to madness'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2008.
What Alissah Means
“A modern variation of Alyssa, which is derived from the alyssum flower. In Greek, alysson means 'immune to madness'.”
The Story of Alissah
Like a rare bloom discovered in an ancient garden, this name carries a gentle resilience.
Emerging in the mid-1990s, Alissah is a modern melody derived from the Greek 'Alyssum,' the flower known for its sweet fragrance and purported immunity to madness. It carries echoes of nature's quiet strength.
You imagine your daughter as someone wise beyond her years, creatively inclined and steadfast. This name reflects the calm, intelligent presence you feel she will bring, a mind immune to the fleeting and focused on the profound.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#13 in 2008
Total Births
150
First Recorded
1994
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