Declining since 2004, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Aryssa since 1989
Babies named Aryssa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 124 |
| 2000s | 350 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Aryssa is a modern American coinage that first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 1989. The name saw its peak year in 2003, but has been falling in use since 2004. As of 2025, it ranked 14,942, placing it among the rarest names tracked by the Social Security Administration. One in every 321,453 newborns received the name that year, a steep decline from its early 2000s peak. Aryssa has not been associated with any particular region or state in the United States. Its structure echoes fashionable suffixes of the late 20th century, giving it a contemporary feel. Parents drawn to the soft 'A' sound and rhythmic syllables may choose Aryssa for its distinctive yet familiar quality.
Aryssa is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989. It likely emerged as a variant of names such as Alyssa or Marissa, influenced by the fashionable -issa suffix. The name has never entered widespread use, though it saw modest popularity in the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ary, Riss, Issy
Sibling names for Aryssa
Names that share Aryssa's style, for a brother or sister.
