Declining since 1987, #3,028 for girls today.
Popularity of Alyse since 1892
Babies named Alyse per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 75 |
| 1920s | 71 |
| 1930s | 26 |
| 1940s | 45 |
| 1950s | 183 |
| 1960s | 269 |
| 1970s | 327 |
| 1980s | 1,892 |
| 1990s | 1,580 |
| 2000s | 1,530 |
| 2010s | 1,294 |
| 2020s | 374 |
Meaning & origin
Alyse first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1892, but it remained extremely rare until the mid-20th century. Its popularity surged in the 1980s, perhaps influenced by the rise of similar-sounding names like Alyssa and Elise. The name reached its peak rank of 1,028 (digest: peakYear 1988) in 1988, but has since declined. By 2025, it ranked 3,028, with only 1 in 29,764 baby girls receiving the name. The trajectory shows a steady fall since 1987, reflecting a broader trend away from -yse/-ise variants. The name saw its strongest usage in Illinois and Texas (digest: topStates). Despite its decline, Alyse retains a distinctive, elegant sound that appeals to parents seeking a less common alternative to classic Elise or Alice.
Alyse is a spelling variant of Elise, itself a French short form of Elisabeth. The name Elisabeth derives from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' Over time, Germanic and French influences reshaped the name into various forms, and the spelling Alyse emerged as a modern twist on Elise. While historically a variant, it has been used independently since the late 19th century.
Where Alyse 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: Lys, Lise, Allie
Sibling names for Alyse
Names that share Alyse's style, for a brother or sister.
