Girl
Alysha
noble, truthful
About Alysha
Consider Alysha—a name that dances between familiar and fresh, offering the comfort of recognition with a twist of individuality. The 'y' adds visual interest and distinguishes it from more common variations, giving your daughter a name that's uniquely hers. This spelling choice shows thoughtfulness, a deliberate selection rather than following the crowd.
Alysha has a friendly, accessible sound that makes social connections easier. It's the kind of name that invites conversation without causing confusion. The three-syllable rhythm creates a pleasant cadence, neither too short to feel abrupt nor too long to feel cumbersome.
Parents who choose Alysha often appreciate names that feel current without chasing fleeting trends. It has staying power, capable of aging gracefully alongside your daughter. The name works across various contexts—professional, creative, academic—without limiting her possibilities.
Alysha strikes a balance between softness and strength, suitable for any personality that might emerge as she grows.
Popularity of the Name Alysha
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | #880 | ||||
| 1986 | #734 | #312 | |||
| 1987 | #528 | #302 | |||
| 1988 | #461 | #169 | |||
| 1989 | #421 | #150 | |||
| 1990 | #410 | #162 | |||
| 1991 | #449 | #133 | #179 | ||
| 1992 | #482 | #137 | #198 | ||
| 1993 | #512 | #163 | #183 | ||
| 1994 | #565 | #248 | #246 | ||
| 1995 | #588 | #291 | #191 | ||
| 1996 | #628 | #255 | #233 | ||
| 1997 | #776 | #328 | #211 | #272 | |
| 1998 | #791 | #365 | #232 | #499 | #246 |
| 1999 | #903 | #505 | #316 | #313 | |
| 2000 | #913 | #421 | #309 | #370 | |
| 2002 | #959 | #349 | #295 | #340 | |
| 2001 | #418 | #268 | #451 | ||
| 2003 | #419 | #368 | #661 | #363 | |
| 2004 | #468 | #311 | #469 | ||
| 2005 | #446 | #248 | #399 | #498 | |
| 2006 | #489 | #391 | #624 | ||
| 2007 | #529 | #626 | #642 | ||
| 2008 | #487 | #262 | #503 | #687 | |
| 2009 | #720 | #792 | |||
| 2010 | #743 | #917 | #875 | ||
| 2011 | #961 | ||||
| 2012 | #270 | #762 | |||
| 2013 | #741 | ||||
| 2014 | #747 | ||||
| 2015 | #747 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Alysha
Names Similar to Alysha
Nicknames for Alysha
- Ally
- Aly
- Lysh
- Sha
Famous People Named Alysha
| Alysha Nett | American model and photographer |
| Alysha Del Valle | American television personality |
| Alysha Ruggier | Australian soccer player |
| Alysha Brilla | Canadian musician |
| Alysha Webb | American journalist |
| Alysha Deslorieux | American actress and singer |
| Alysha Boekhoudt | Aruban basketball player |
| Alysha Burnett | Australian heptathlete |
| Alysha Newman | Canadian pole vaulter |
| Alysha Clark | American basketball player |
| Alysha del Valle | American journalist and television personality |
| Alysha Tsuji | Sports writer and editor |
| Alysha Umphress | American Broadway actress |
Characters Named Alysha
| Alysha Hamilton | Character in the novel "Timebound" by Rysa Walker |
| Alysha Rourke | Character in the "Deathstalker" series by Simon R. Green |
| Alysha Catherine Meadows | Character in the book "Edenbrooke" by Julianne Donaldson |
| Alysha Belrose | Character in the video game "Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles - The Crystal Bearers" |
| Alysha Stiles | Character in the novel "Ghost Road Blues" by Jonathan Maberry |
| Alysha Tanner | Character in the novel "Eve of Chaos" by S.J. Day |
| Alysha El | Character in the "Star Trek" novel "Spock's World" by Diane Duane |
| Alysha Martine | Character in the novel "Woken Furies" by Richard K. Morgan |
| Alysha English | Character in the novel "The Dark Light" by Sara Walsh |
| Alysha Renna | Character in the novel "Kushiel's Mercy" by Jacqueline Carey |
| Alysha Seraphim | Character in the novel "The Dark Divide" by Danika Holbrook |
| Alysha Westlake | Character in the novel "Eve of Destruction" by S.J. Day |
| Alysha Evans | Character in the novel "The Marriage Bargain" by Jennifer Probst |
| Alysha Del Valle | Character in the TV series "East Los High" |
| Alysha Bailey | Character in the novel "The Tycoon's Kiss" by Jane Porter |
| Alysha Kane | Character in the novel "In the Shadow of Blackbirds" by Cat Winters |
| Alysha Prat | Character in the novel "The Anarchist" by Seth Mullins |
| Alysha Deardark | Character in the novel "The Bad Queen" by Carolyn Meyer |