Declining since 2014, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Alissandra since 1987
Babies named Alissandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 143 |
| 2010s | 175 |
| 2020s | 50 |
Meaning & origin
Alissandra is a modern and rare elaboration of the classic Alexandra, first recorded in 1987. The name reached its peak popularity in 2015, but since 2014 it has been on a declining trajectory, reflecting a broader trend away from ornate versions of traditional names. In 2025, approximately 1 in 229,610 newborn girls received the name, placing it at rank 11,932. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a familiar yet uncommon name.
Alissandra is a modern elaboration of Alexandra, which itself comes from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.' While Alexandra has ancient roots, the variant Alissandra emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by similar-sounding names like Alyssa. It remains a rare name, reflecting a trend of creating unique spellings of traditional names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Allie, Sandra, Andra
Variants: Alexandra, Alessandra, Alisandra, Alysandra
Sibling names for Alissandra
Names that share Alissandra's style, for a brother or sister.
