Holding steady.
Popularity of Arlyss since 1922
Babies named Arlyss per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 36 |
| 1930s | 76 |
| 1940s | 41 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Arlyss is a rare American coinage first recorded in 1922, reaching its peak popularity in 1935. The name has been given primarily to girls and has not experienced significant revival, with its usage remaining stable at very low levels in recent decades. Like other names ending in '-lyss', it reflects a pattern of modern coinage that emerged in the early 20th century, blending familiar sounds with fashionable suffixes.
Arlyss first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century. It is likely a combination of the popular prefix 'Ar-' (from names like Arlene) with the fashionable suffix '-lyss' (seen in names like Alyssa). The name may also be a respelling of Arliss, itself a variant of Arlene, which is ultimately a Scottish diminutive of Marlene.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arly, Lyssie
Variants: Arliss, Arlyse
Sibling names for Arlyss
Names that share Arlyss's style, for a brother or sister.
