Aylissa

Meaning & origin

Aylissa first entered U.S. birth records in 1990, a time when creative and melodic names were gaining popularity. The name reached its highest usage in number of births in 2001, yet it has never broken into the Top 1000, remaining a rare choice. Its trajectory has been stable in recent decades, with no dramatic rise or fall. The name's construction suggests a blend of Ayla, a name popularized in the 1980s and 1990s, with the feminine suffix -issa, common in names like Clarissa and Marissa. This style aligns with other modern coinages that combine familiar elements to create a unique sound. Despite its obscurity, Aylissa has maintained consistent, low-frequency use, reflecting its appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet intuitive name.

Aylissa appears to be a modern coinage, likely inspired by the name Ayla (of uncertain origin, sometimes linked to Hebrew 'ohel' meaning 'tent' or Turkish 'ay' meaning 'moon') combined with the popular suffix -issa. It may also be a feminine form of Elias, the Greek form of Elijah. The name first appeared in U.S. records in the 1990s and peaked in 2001, reflecting a trend of creative, melodic names.