Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alissa is a name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'God is my oath'. It evolved from the name Elisheba through Alice and became popular in modern English. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it has biblical relevance through its connection to the Old Testament. Its variants include Alyssa and Alice, and it has gained popularity in recent decades.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈlɪsə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Alissa is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elisheba', which means 'God is my oath'. It is often associated with the name 'Alice', which has a similar sound and meaning.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Alice (Old French, Middle English), Alissa (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical roots, as Elisheba is mentioned in the Old Testament as the wife of Aaron.
Historical Usage
Alissa gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its usage increased alongside the rise of names derived from Alice.
Variants & Derivatives
Alyssa, Allyssa, Alice, Alise
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Alissa is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Alissa White-Gluz, Canadian singer, Alissa Violet, American internet personality and model
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,231 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7795th of 10718 | 19 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2066th of 12526 | 533 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 489th of 19264 | 6,494 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 292nd of 27321 | 14,487 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 346th of 35406 | 14,494 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1182nd of 30306 | 2,482 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
75.66% 1685th/2227 |
48.48% 1178th/2430 |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
65.08% 1806th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
13.76% 404th/2937 |
11.92% 415th/3483 |
19.02% 669th/3518 |
12.27% 496th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
5.97% 220th/3685 |
5.52% 247th/4475 |
8.72% 453rd/5194 |
5.24% 331st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
6.61% 303rd/4582 |
7.46% 385th/5164 |
4.84% 354th/7313 |
4.68% 349th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.51% 1335th/3984 |
26.37% 1183rd/4487 |
17.46% 1191st/6822 |
16.54% 1038th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Minnesota across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7795th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2066th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 292nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 346th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1182nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.