Annalyssa

“graced with God; blessed”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15479US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

289All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Annalyssa mean and where does it come from?

Annalyssa is a modern name that combines Anna (meaning 'grace') and Lissa (a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'). It became popular in the late 20th century, especially in the U.S., with a trend towards creating unique feminine names by blending existing ones.

Cultural significance

Annalyssa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of graced with god; blessed.

Peak popularity

Reached #6436 in 1997 — currently #15479 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Annalyssa?

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

Annalyssa Grace

How popular is Annalyssa right now?

Falling — down 1549 spots — currently #15479 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2021#15479 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#15479	5	▼ down 1549 · -17% births
2020	#13930	6	▼ down 3472 · -40% births
2015	#10458	10	▼ down 2763 · -37% births
2010	#7695	16	▲ up 4681 · +100% births
2005	#12376	8	▼ down 4488 · -38% births
2000	#7888	13	▼ down 896
1995	#6992	13	▲ up 4297 · +86% births
1990	#11289	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Annalyssa

Best Year1995Rank #6992

Peak Count16

Average Rank#10763

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20218 years

The story of Annalyssa

Annalyssa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 289 total births recorded, Annalyssa remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11289 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15479 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Annalyssa in 1997:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Hannah

Annalyssa by decade

Annalyssa peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	82
2000s ★	120
2010s	81
2020s	6

💎Annalyssa has only 289 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Annalyssa?

Common

AnnAlyssa

What names sound and feel like Annalyssa?

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

American · graced by God

Analissa

English · grace, favor

Aalyssa

American · Noble, exalted, or

Anayssa

Spanish · graceful, merciful

Common questions about the name Annalyssa

What does the name Annalyssa mean?

Annalyssa means "graced with God; blessed" — 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 Annalyssa?

Annalyssa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Annalyssa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Annalyssa?

Annalyssa 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.

What sibling names go well with Annalyssa?

Annalyssa 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.

Is Annalyssa trending right now?

Annalyssa is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.