Declining since 1998, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Allyssa since 1971
Babies named Allyssa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 104 |
| 1980s | 706 |
| 1990s | 2,858 |
| 2000s | 2,239 |
| 2010s | 701 |
| 2020s | 67 |
Meaning & origin
Allyssa is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1971. It reached its peak popularity in 1998, when it ranked 14,942 and was given to approximately 1 in every 321,453 newborn girls. Since then, its usage has been steadily declining, reflecting a common trajectory for many late-20th-century invented names. The name likely emerged as a creative respelling of Alyssa, itself a variant of Alicia, and gained modest traction during the 1990s alongside similar names. Allyssa remains a rare choice today, with no strong regional or state association, making it a distinctive option for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Allyssa is a modern invented name, likely a respelling of Alicia or Alyssa, both of which have roots in the Germanic name Adalheidis (meaning 'noble type'). The spelling 'Allyssa' emerged in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Alyssa and the 'al-' prefix. It is not tied to a specific historical or linguistic tradition.
Where Allyssa is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ally, Lyss, Lyssa
Sibling names for Allyssa
Names that share Allyssa's style, for a brother or sister.
