Girl
Alyssa
rational, noble
About Alyssa
Picture a name that has maintained its appeal across generations, weathering changing trends with remarkable resilience. Alyssa represents that rare combination of familiarity and enduring charm, offering parents a reliable choice that has proven its staying power. The name carries associations with sweetness and approachability, yet possesses enough substance to command respect in professional settings. Alyssa has been embraced by families across cultural boundaries, demonstrating its universal appeal and adaptability. The name's pronunciation is straightforward, virtually eliminating the frustration of constant corrections that plague more unusual choices. For parents who want their daughter to fit in comfortably while still having a beautiful, feminine name, Alyssa delivers precisely that balance. It pairs effortlessly with countless middle and surnames, showing remarkable versatility in various combinations. The name suggests someone who is kind, intelligent, and well-rounded—qualities any parent would wish for their child. Alyssa works equally well for a toddler, a teenager, and a professional woman, never feeling out of place at any life stage. Its widespread recognition provides comfort without sacrificing individual beauty.
Popularity of the Name Alyssa
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | #954 | ||||
| 1964 | #977 | ||||
| 1965 | #933 | ||||
| 1966 | #857 | ||||
| 1967 | #847 | ||||
| 1968 | #687 | ||||
| 1969 | #499 | ||||
| 1970 | #467 | ||||
| 1971 | #479 | ||||
| 1972 | #504 | ||||
| 1973 | #433 | ||||
| 1974 | #419 | ||||
| 1975 | #372 | ||||
| 1976 | #327 | ||||
| 1977 | #315 | ||||
| 1978 | #290 | ||||
| 1979 | #223 | ||||
| 1980 | #217 | ||||
| 1981 | #228 | ||||
| 1982 | #230 | ||||
| 1983 | #209 | ||||
| 1984 | #180 | ||||
| 1985 | #130 | #348 | |||
| 1986 | #85 | #341 | |||
| 1987 | #60 | #303 | |||
| 1988 | #47 | #178 | |||
| 1989 | #33 | #131 | |||
| 1990 | #27 | #116 | |||
| 1991 | #30 | #146 | #458 | #36 | |
| 1992 | #30 | #178 | #40 | ||
| 1993 | #26 | #197 | #36 | ||
| 1994 | #26 | #318 | #32 | ||
| 1995 | #27 | #188 | #38 | ||
| 1996 | #23 | #205 | #535 | #34 | |
| 1997 | #15 | #509 | #191 | #25 | |
| 1998 | #11 | #560 | #175 | #20 | |
| 1999 | #11 | #476 | #70 | #395 | #17 |
| 2000 | #12 | #335 | #78 | #352 | #19 |
| 2001 | #14 | #272 | #49 | #315 | #17 |
| 2002 | #12 | #231 | #47 | #256 | #12 |
| 2003 | #14 | #195 | #36 | #279 | #15 |
| 2004 | #14 | #147 | #53 | #207 | #17 |
| 2005 | #16 | #161 | #55 | #204 | #20 |
| 2006 | #19 | #151 | #49 | #274 | #25 |
| 2007 | #14 | #162 | #52 | #212 | #16 |
| 2008 | #16 | #161 | #55 | #311 | #21 |
| 2009 | #19 | #172 | #59 | #273 | #26 |
| 2010 | #21 | #158 | #68 | #216 | #30 |
| 2011 | #37 | #160 | #57 | #258 | #35 |
| 2012 | #44 | #159 | #71 | #199 | #39 |
| 2013 | #57 | #157 | #71 | #232 | #41 |
| 2014 | #76 | #182 | #106 | #212 | #60 |
| 2015 | #93 | #184 | #112 | #172 | #64 |
| 2016 | #119 | #197 | #111 | #182 | #72 |
| 2017 | #133 | #235 | #123 | #220 | #91 |
| 2018 | #150 | #218 | #126 | #267 | #90 |
| 2019 | #171 | #238 | #144 | #235 | #101 |
| 2020 | #199 | #213 | #194 | #313 | #106 |
| 2021 | #233 | #211 | #226 | #209 | #127 |
| 2022 | #288 | #223 | #193 | #187 | #204 |
| 2023 | #334 | #233 | #251 | #336 | #214 |
| 2024 | #399 | #276 | #274 | #370 | #255 |
| 2025 | #453 | #319 | #329 | #288 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Alyssa
Names Similar to Alyssa
Nicknames for Alyssa
- Aly
- Lys
- Lyssa
- Ali
- Lissy
Famous People Named Alyssa
| Alyssa Milano | American actress and activist |
| Alyssa Valdez | Filipino volleyball player |
| Alyssa Carson | Aspiring American astronaut and space enthusiast |
| Alyssa Reid | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Alyssa Sutherland | Australian model and actress |
| Alyssa Campanella | American beauty pageant titleholder - Miss USA 2011 |
| Alyssa Thomas | American basketball player in the WNBA |
| Alyssa Healy | Australian cricketer |
| Alyssa Pallett | British Paralympic swimmer |
| Alyssa Bates Webster | Star of reality TV show "Bringing Up Bates" |
| Alyssa Raghunandan | American Idol contestant - Season 16 |
| Alyssa Diaz | American actress known for "The Rookie" and "Ray Donovan" |
| Alyssa Naeher | American soccer player and goalkeeper |
| Alyssa George | Indian track and field athlete |
| Alyssa Roenigk | Senior writer for ESPN The Magazine |
| Alyssa Farah | American political staffer and former White House Communications Director |
| Alyssa Bossio | Australian entrepreneur and founder of "My Deal Australia" |
| Alyssa Lagonia | Canadian soccer player and Olympic bronze medalist |
| Alyssa Limperis | American comedian and actress |
| Alyssa-Jane Cook | Australian actress and television presenter |
Characters Named Alyssa
| Alyssa Gardner | "Splintered" series by A.G. Howard |
| Alyssa "Ally" Dawson | "Austin & Ally" TV series |
| Alyssa Enrilé | "Final Fantasy Tactics" |
| Alyssa "Lyss" Stark | "Ranger's Apprentice" series by John Flanagan |
| Alyssa Moy | "P.S. I Still Love You" - To All the Boys I've Loved Before series |
| Alyssa Milano | Character in the comic "Alyssa Milano's Hacktivist" |
| Alyssa Yeager | "Attack on Titan" - Shingeki no Kyojin anime series |
| Alyssa Jones | "Mallrats" and "Chasing Amy" movies |
| Alyssa Drakos | "The Perfect Score" movie |
| Alyssa Ogawa | "Star Trek - The Next Generation" TV series |
| Alyssa Greene | "Leap Year" movie |
| Alyssa Hawkins | "Charmed" TV series |
| Alyssa Chang | "Legacies" TV series |
| Alyssa Hamilton | "Shadow Hearts - Covenant" video game |
| Alyssa Cassidy | "The Kissing Booth" book and movie series |
| Alyssa Van Dante | "Code Lyoko" animated TV series |
| Alyssa Diaz | "The Vampire Diaries" TV series |
| Alyssa Sworn | "The Bone Season" by Samantha Shannon |
| Alyssa Clarkson | "The Natural Way of Things" by Charlotte Wood |