MallowbyNames

Ayssa

AY-sah · Of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Aisha or an invented modern name.

Peak popularity
1992
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ayssa since 1987

Babies named Ayssa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

49131990200020102020Most births 1992Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s20
1990s69
2000s65
2010s7
2020s16

Meaning & origin

Ayssa is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987. Its usage peaked in 1992, but even at its most popular it was exceptionally uncommon, never ranking among the top 1000 names. The name has remained stable in low usage, never achieving widespread popularity. Its origins are uncertain, likely a creative variant of more established names like Aisha or Alyssa. Parents drawn to Ayssa may appreciate its soft, feminine sound and its rarity, offering a distinctive choice for a girl.

Ayssa first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, likely as a modern coined name blending the fashionable 'A' prefix with a softer sound, possibly inspired by similar names like Aisha or Alyssa. Its usage has been rare and sporadic, never ranking in the top 1000 names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ays, Ssa

Sibling names for Ayssa

Names that share Ayssa's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Ayla, Leila, Maya, Zara, Nora

Brothers: Ezra, Eli, Noah, Liam, Kai

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

A is for Ayssa, our favorite little girl.

A is for Ayssa…”

In a Mallowby alphabet book, Ayssa's letter becomes Ayssa's page: hand-illustrated, printed hardcover or paperback, made just for them.

Make Ayssa's book

Books for siblings or grandkids? The second book is 15% off.

Questions parents ask

What does the name Ayssa mean?
The meaning of Ayssa is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of Aisha, which means 'living' or 'prosperous' in Arabic.
How popular is the name Ayssa?
Ayssa is extremely rare. It has never ranked in the top 1000 names for any year. Its peak year was 1992, but even then usage was minimal.
Is Ayssa a boy or girl name?
Ayssa is almost exclusively used for girls, as indicated by its pattern of use since 1987.