Alissa – Name Meaning
Alissa is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the name Alice. It is a variant of the name Alyssa, which is also derived from Alice. The name Alissa means “noble” or “truthful” and has been popular in the United States since the 1970s.
Origin and History
The name Alissa is believed to have originated in Greece, where it was used as a diminutive form of Alice. The name Alice itself is derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis, which means “noble kind” or “noble sort”. In the Middle Ages, Alice was a popular name among royalty and nobility in Europe. It was also used by some saints, including Saint Alice of Schaerbeek.
The name Alissa first appeared in the United States in the late 19th century. It was not widely used until the 1970s, when it began to gain popularity as an alternative to Alyssa. Since then, it has become one of the most popular names for girls in the United States.
Popularity
Alissa is currently one of the top 500 most popular names for girls in the United States. It has been consistently ranked within the top 500 since 2000 and peaked at number 191 in 2008. It is particularly popular in California, where it ranks as one of the top 100 names for girls.
Famous People Named Alissa
There are several famous people who bear the name Alissa, including:
- Alissa Czisny – American figure skater
- Alissa White-Gluz – Canadian singer and songwriter
- Alissa Walker – American journalist and urbanist
- Alissa Violet – American social media personality
