Alisa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alisa has its origins in Hebrew, meaning 'God is my oath' and is related to the name Alice. It has evolved from Elisheba through various forms, reflecting a rich linguistic history. The name is associated with noble traits and has biblical significance. Alisa gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in modern times, often linked to creativity and kindness.
The name Alisa is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Alisa has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Alisa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 545th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 314th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 487th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 762nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1142nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alisa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alisa"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːsə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Alisa is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elisheba', meaning 'God is my oath'. It is often considered a variant of the name Alice.
Meaning
noble, God's promise
Language Evolution
Elisheba, Alice, Alisa
Biblical Background
The name has biblical roots, as Elisheba was the wife of Aaron in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
Alisa gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of Alice.
Variants & Derivatives
Alice, Alissa, Alyssa, Elisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Alisa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with kindness and creativity.
Famous People
Alisa Bosconovitch - a character from the Tekken video game series, Alisa Valdes - an American author and journalist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alisa"
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 of "Alisa"
"Alisa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 545th of 12526 | 5,586 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 314th of 19264 | 13,021 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 487th of 27321 | 7,801 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 762nd of 35406 | 5,547 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1142nd of 30306 | 2,617 |
Regional Popularity of "Alisa" by Generation for 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 of "Alisa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
25.64% 571st/2227 |
22.80% 554th/2430 |
16.82% 480th/2853 |
18.81% 522nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
10.79% 317th/2937 |
9.73% 339th/3483 |
8.53% 300th/3518 |
6.92% 280th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.21% 450th/3685 |
11.20% 501st/4475 |
10.34% 537th/5194 |
6.78% 428th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.29% 792nd/4582 |
13.38% 691st/5164 |
10.97% 802nd/7313 |
9.42% 703rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.42% 1491st/3984 |
19.88% 892nd/4487 |
19.17% 1308th/6822 |
14.56% 914th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alisa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alisa" 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.