Alyssa
uh-LISS-uh
Popularity
#399
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
314,344
Peak Year
#14,050 in 1999
First Recorded
1950
Style
Classic & Timeless, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Alyssa is a variation of Alice, with debated origins. One theory suggests Germanic roots, meaning 'noble kind'. Another suggests it is from the alyssum flower.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Alyssa Milano
American actress and producer.
Alyssa Healy
Australian Cricketer.
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