MallowbyNames

Alnisa

al-NEE-sah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Alnisa or a modern coinage.

Peak popularity
1975
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Alnisa since 1968

Babies named Alnisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

71522198020002020Most births 1975Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s14
1970s119
1980s91
1990s50
2000s6
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Alnisa is an exceedingly rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1968. Its peak year of usage was 1975, but it has never entered the top 1000 and has remained consistently uncommon, with a stable trajectory from 1968 to 2025. Due to its scarcity, no meaning or origin can be reliably assigned; it is likely a modern invention or a variant of better-known names. Families choosing Alnisa can expect a distinctive name that sets their child apart, without any strong cultural or linguistic ties.

Alnisa is a rare given name with no clear etymology. It may be a modern invented name, possibly influenced by names like Alana or Alisa. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1968, with peak usage in 1975, but has remained extremely uncommon.

Sibling names for Alnisa

Names that share Alnisa's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Alina, Amara, Elisa, Nadia, Sonia

Brothers: Alec, Darian, Elian, Kyle, Tristan

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Alnisa mean?
The meaning of Alnisa is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of other names like Alisa.
How popular is the name Alnisa?
Alnisa is extremely rare. It has not ranked in the top 1000 names in the U.S. since records began. It first appeared in 1968 and peaked in usage in 1975.
Is Alnisa a boy or girl name?
Alnisa is used exclusively for girls in U.S. data.