Alyssum
ah-LISS-um
Alyssum is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Alyssum is derived from the Greek word 'alysson,' meaning 'curing madness' or 'without madness.' It refers to a genus of flowering plants.”, and peaked in popularity in 2016.
What Alyssum Means
“Alyssum is derived from the Greek word 'alysson,' meaning 'curing madness' or 'without madness.' It refers to a genus of flowering plants.”
The Story of Alyssum
This name carries the ancient secret of calm, a direct link to nature's restorative power.
Alyssum, first recorded in 1980, draws directly from the Greek 'alysson,' meaning 'curing madness' or 'without madness.' It also names a genus of delicate, fragrant flowering plants, linking it to nature's soothing presence.
You imagine a child who brings a sense of peace and clarity to your life. This name is for your daughter, who will possess a calming presence and a resilient spirit, untroubled by life's chaos.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 2016
Total Births
22
First Recorded
1980
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