Holding steady.
Popularity of Annalissa since 1974
Babies named Annalissa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 28 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 60 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Annalissa is a modern compound name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974. It reached its highest usage in 2012, when it was given to about 1 in every 25,000 baby girls. Since then, its use has remained relatively stable, with a slight decline in the 2020s. The name combines the familiar elements Anna and Lissa, making it accessible while still distinctive. It has not been tied to any major historical figures or cultural works, but its melodic sound and flexible nickname options have given it a quiet but lasting appeal among parents seeking a name that feels both classic and fresh. No state recorded more than five births in a single year, indicating broad but low-level national use.
Annalissa is a modern coinage that blends the names Anna and Lissa. Anna derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor,' while Lissa is often a short form of Melissa (Greek for 'honey bee') or Elissa (a variant of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'). The combination first appeared in the United States in the 1970s, reflecting a trend of creating melodic, compound names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anna, Annie, Lissa, Liss
Sibling names for Annalissa
Names that share Annalissa's style, for a brother or sister.
