Alyisa

“rational”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1219US 2023

981Births / yr

→Stable

26All-time births

📅 Since 199800

How to pronounce Alyisa

AY·lee·EE·suh

/ˈeɪ.liː.ˈiː.sə/ · stress on AY · 4 syllables

“rational”

American origin · Girl name

What does Alyisa mean and where does it come from?

The name Alyisa appeared as a modern variation of Alyssa. While Alyssa has roots that may go back to ancient Greek where it means 'rational' or 'logical', Alyisa is gaining popularity in contemporary society, particularly in the United States. There are no significant historical figures, but the nam

Cultural significance

Alyisa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #15908 in 2012 — currently #1219 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Alyisa?

Alyisa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Alyisa Grace

How popular is Alyisa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1219 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1219 · Top 0.90%

2000

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1219	981	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1224	961	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1229	931	▲ up 16750 · +18520% births
2005	#17979	5	▼ down 1078
2000	#16901	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Alyisa

Best Year2023Rank #1219

Peak Count981

Average Rank#7710

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20235 years

The story of Alyisa

Alyisa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 26 total births recorded, Alyisa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16901 in 2000 to #1219 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Alyisa in 2012:

Sophia Emma Isabella Olivia Ava

Alyisa by decade

Alyisa peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s ★	15
2010s	6

💎Alyisa has only 26 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Alyisa?

Common

AlyIsa

What names sound and feel like Alyisa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Alyisa also consider these

English · Noble or exalted

Alnisa

Arabic · Arabic

Alvisa

Arabic · A Arabic name

Alisa

Hebrew · great happiness

Alyssa

Greek · Greek

Aloisa

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Alyisa

What does the name Alyisa mean?

Alyisa means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Alyisa?

Alyisa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Alyisa?

Alyisa originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Alyisa?

Alyisa is a four-syllable name pronounced EY1 L IY0 IY1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Alyisa?

Alyisa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.