Declining since 1989, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Alysia since 1950
Babies named Alysia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 115 |
| 1960s | 378 |
| 1970s | 1,535 |
| 1980s | 2,121 |
| 1990s | 2,785 |
| 2000s | 1,709 |
| 2010s | 685 |
| 2020s | 170 |
Meaning & origin
Alysia is a modern English spelling variant of Alicia, itself a form of Alice, meaning 'noble kind'. Recorded in U.S. data since 1950, the name reached its peak popularity in 1989, when it ranked 473rd among girls' names. Since then, its use has steadily declined, and as of 2025 it ranks 4,758, with roughly 1 in every 57,402 newborn girls being named Alysia. The name saw its highest usage during the 1980s, aligning with the trend for names ending in -ia. Despite its decline, Alysia remains a recognizable choice for parents seeking a less common variant of Alicia.
Alysia is a variant spelling of Alicia, which itself is a Latinized form of Alice, derived from the Old French name Alis, a diminutive of Adelais, ultimately from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind'. The spelling Alysia emerged in the mid-20th century, possibly influenced by the popularity of names ending in -ia. It has been used in the United States since at least 1950, with a peak in 1989.
Where Alysia 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: Aly, Lys, Lisi
Sibling names for Alysia
Names that share Alysia's style, for a brother or sister.
