Girl · 1021st of 35,406
Alysa
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
7,041
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2001
Peak Popularity Year
325
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alysa stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Alysa is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'noble' or 'exalted'. It evolved from the Greek name Alisā through Alice to its modern form. It reflects traits of elegance and modernity, with no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a fresh variant of traditional names.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈliːsə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Alysa is derived from the Greek name 'Alisā', which is a variant of 'Alice', meaning 'noble' or 'exalted'.
Meaning
noble, exalted
Language Evolution
Alisā, Alice, Alysa
Historical Usage
Alysa gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional names like Alice.
Variants & Derivatives
Alyssa, Alice, Alisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alysa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, appealing to parents looking for unique yet familiar names.
Famous People
Alysa Liu (American figure skater), Alysa Edwards (American drag performer and choreographer)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 325 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 20 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5662nd of 12526 | 87 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2471st of 19264 | 504 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1147th of 27321 | 2,307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1021st of 35406 | 3,766 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4461st of 30306 | 377 |