Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alyza is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my oath.' It evolved from Eliza and Alyssa, displaying a modern touch. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is seen as unique and contemporary. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈliːzə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Alyza is derived from the Hebrew name Eliza, which means 'God is my oath.' It is a variation of the name Alyssa.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Eliza, Alyssa, Alyza
Historical Usage
Alyza gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional names such as Eliza and Alyssa.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliza, Alyssa, Alyz
Modern Popularity & Image
Alyza is perceived as a fresh and modern name, often associated with individuality and uniqueness.
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 92 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11172nd of 27321 | 78 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2876th of 35406 | 895 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2616th of 30306 | 807 |
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) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
82.91% 3799th/4582 |
70.45% 3638th/5164 |
35.70% 2611th/7313 |
29.52% 2203rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.86% 2624th/3984 |
67.24% 3017th/4487 |
38.86% 2651st/6822 |
38.29% 2403rd/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 Texas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. 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 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11172nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2876th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2616th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.