Allissa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Allissa is a name with roots in Latin and Hebrew, meaning 'noble' and 'God is my oath'. It has evolved from names like Alyssa and Elisheba, reflecting elegance and modernity. The name does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States. Common variants include Alyssa and Alissa.
The name Allissa is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Allissa has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Allissa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5647th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2380th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2498th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16186th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Allissa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Allissa"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɪsə/
Origin
Latin and Hebrew
Etymology
Allissa is derived from the Hebrew name 'Alyssa', which is a variant of the name 'Elisheba', meaning 'God is my oath'. It has also been influenced by the Latin word 'alis', meaning 'noble'.
Meaning
noble, God's promise
Language Evolution
Alyssa, Elisheba, Allissa
Historical Usage
Allissa gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Alyssa, which itself became popular in the United States in the 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Alyssa, Alissa, Alyssia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Allissa is seen as a modern, elegant name that conveys a sense of nobility and grace.
Famous People
Allissa White-Gluz, a Canadian singer and songwriter.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Allissa"
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 "Allissa"
"Allissa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5647th of 19264 | 141 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2380th of 27321 | 779 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2498th of 35406 | 1,088 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16186th of 30306 | 46 |
Regional Popularity of "Allissa" 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 "Allissa" by Generation for 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.30% 1706th/3685 |
59.20% 2649th/4475 |
63.75% 3311th/5194 |
43.80% 2767th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.56% 1950th/4582 |
71.34% 3684th/5164 |
43.85% 3207th/7313 |
35.44% 2645th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Allissa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Allissa" 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.