Alyse Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alyse has its roots in Greek through the name Alysia, meaning 'noble' or 'kind'. It evolved through historical forms like Alice and has gained popularity in modern times as a unique variant. It does not have biblical relevance, and it is currently perceived as an elegant name. Notable individuals with this name include Alyse Eady and Alyse Black.
The name Alyse is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Alyse 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, 'Alyse' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3332nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5329th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2706th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2434th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 942nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1390th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2051st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alyse' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alyse"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːz/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Alyse is derived from the Greek name 'Alysia', which is related to the Greek word 'alysis', meaning 'to heal' or 'to cure'. It is often associated with the name Alice.
Meaning
noble, kind
Language Evolution
Alysia, Alice, Alyse
Historical Usage
Alyse gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Alice, which has been widely used since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Alice, Alyssa, Ally
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alyse is viewed as a contemporary and elegant name, appealing to parents seeking unique but familiar names.
Famous People
Alyse Eady, Miss Arkansas 2010, Alyse Black, American reality TV personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alyse"
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 "Alyse"
"Alyse" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3332nd of 9107 | 134 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5329th of 9204 | 45 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2706th of 12526 | 336 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2434th of 19264 | 516 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 942nd of 27321 | 3,012 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1390th of 35406 | 2,438 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2051st of 30306 | 1,131 |
Regional Popularity of "Alyse" 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 "Alyse" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
54.61% 1327th/2430 |
- |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
40.48% 1410th/3483 |
- |
71.44% 2889th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.54% 757th/3685 |
16.13% 722nd/4475 |
24.57% 1276th/5194 |
15.83% 1000th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.16% 1061st/4582 |
26.74% 1381st/5164 |
22.59% 1652nd/7313 |
22.63% 1689th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.96% 1592nd/3984 |
54.87% 2462nd/4487 |
32.16% 2194th/6822 |
40.82% 2562nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alyse"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alyse" 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.