Alyssa Baylor

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Baylor — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Baylor is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alyssa is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Alyssa is a feminine given name with multiple origins. Alysa is an alternative spelling. As used in Western countries, the name is usually derived from the name of the flower alyssum. The name of the flower derives from the Greek ἀ- a- ("not") and λύσσα lyssa ("mania, rabies"); the flower was formerly thought to cure skin diseases. It shares many variants in common with the name Alice and is occasionally considered a form of that name as well. Other equivalents of Alice include Alisa and Alissa. The surname Baylor: Adelaide Steele Baylor (1860–1935), American educator and school administrator B. J. Baylor (born 1998), American football player Don Baylor (1949–2017), American baseball player, coach and manager Elgin Baylor (1934–2021), American basketball player Frances Courtenay Baylor (1848–1920), American author George Baylor (1752–1784), American brevet brigadier general during the American Revolutionary War George W. Alyssa is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 48K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alyssa reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alyssa

Meaning: noble

Greek

Alyssa is a feminine given name with multiple origins. Alysa is an alternative spelling. As used in Western countries, the name is usually derived from the name of the flower alyssum. The name of the flower derives from the Greek ἀ- a- ("not") and λύσσα lyssa ("mania, rabies"); the flower was formerly thought to cure skin diseases. It shares many variants in common with the name Alice and is occasionally considered a form of that name as well. Other equivalents of Alice include Alisa and Alissa.

Surname: Baylor

English

Adelaide Steele Baylor (1860–1935), American educator and school administrator B. J. Baylor (born 1998), American football player Don Baylor (1949–2017), American baseball player, coach and manager Elgin Baylor (1934–2021), American basketball player Frances Courtenay Baylor (1848–1920), American author George Baylor (1752–1784), American brevet brigadier general during the American Revolutionary War George W.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alyssa is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 29%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alyssa by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Alyssa Baylor

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alyssa Baylor:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alyssa?
The first name Alyssa originates from Greek. Alyssa is a feminine given name with multiple origins. Alysa is an alternative spelling. As used in Western countries, the name is usually derived from the name of the flower alyssum. The name of the flower derives from the Greek ἀ- a- ("not") and λύσσα lyssa ("mania, rabies"); the flower was formerly thought to cure skin diseases. It shares many variants in common with the name Alice and is occasionally considered a form of that name as well. Other equivalents of Alice include Alisa and Alissa.
When was Alyssa most popular?
The name Alyssa reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Baylor?
The surname Baylor originates from English. Adelaide Steele Baylor (1860–1935), American educator and school administrator B. J. Baylor (born 1998), American football player Don Baylor (1949–2017), American baseball player, coach and manager Elgin Baylor (1934–2021), American basketball player Frances Courtenay Baylor (1848–1920), American author George Baylor (1752–1784), American brevet brigadier general during the American Revolutionary War George W.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Baylor?
The name Alyssa Baylor combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Baylor originates from English.
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