Allysa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Allysa originates from Modern English and is a variant of Alyssa, which comes from the Hebrew Elissa, meaning 'God is my oath'. It evolved through various forms, including Elissa and Alyssa. The name is recognized for its noble meaning and has no biblical background. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often associated with creativity and kindness. Variants include Alyssa and Alissa, and it is currently considered a modern and elegant choice.
The name Allysa is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Allysa 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, 'Allysa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8908th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1857th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2222nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11564th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Allysa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Allysa"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːsə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Allysa is a variant of the name Alyssa, which is derived from the Hebrew name Elissa, meaning 'God is my oath'. The name has also been associated with the Greek word 'alyssum', a flower, which adds to its charm.
Meaning
noble, God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elissa (Hebrew), Alyssa (English), Allysa (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine name that conveys beauty and grace.
Variants & Derivatives
Alyssa, Alissa, Alyssia
Modern Popularity & Image
Allysa is perceived as a modern, elegant name associated with kindness and creativity. It remains popular among new parents looking for unique yet familiar names.
Famous People
Allysa Seely (Paralympic triathlete), Allysa V. (Social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Allysa"
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 "Allysa"
"Allysa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8908th of 19264 | 60 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1857th of 27321 | 1,103 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2222nd of 35406 | 1,298 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |
Regional Popularity of "Allysa" 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 "Allysa" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.36% 1524th/3685 |
42.99% 1924th/4475 |
47.15% 2449th/5194 |
28.68% 1812th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.45% 1991st/4582 |
48.14% 2486th/5164 |
33.93% 2481st/7313 |
30.90% 2306th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Allysa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Allysa" 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.