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Ellyssa

e-LISS-ah

Ellyssa is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Ellyssa is a variant of Alyssa, derived from the alyssum flower, which comes from the Greek word 'alysson', meaning 'not mad'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2011.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Ellyssa Means

Ellyssa is a variant of Alyssa, derived from the alyssum flower, which comes from the Greek word 'alysson', meaning 'not mad'.

The Story of Ellyssa

Carrying the essence of calm and sweetness, this name, first recorded in 1988, suggests a gentle, untroubled spirit.

Ellyssa is a variant of Alyssa, a name derived from the alyssum flower. The flower's name comes from the Greek word 'alysson,' meaning 'not mad' or 'soothing.' This spelling emerged in 1988, offering a flowing, melodic sound to this calming botanical name.

You picture your daughter as calm, intelligent, and charming, with a sweet disposition. Ellyssa embodies this vision of a child whose presence is soothing and whose intelligence shines through her every interaction.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

CalmIntelligentSweetCharming

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Peak Year

#22 in 2011

Total Births

325

First Recorded

1988

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