Alyssa Burden

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Burden — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Burden 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 Burden: Alfie Burden, English professional snooker player Amanda Burden (née Mortimer; born 1944), American urban planner Arthur Scott Burden (1879–1921), American equestrian Barry Burden (born 1971), American political scientist Bob Burden, American cartoon artist Bob Burden (academic), English educational researcher and theorist Carter Burden (1941–1996), American politician Chris Burden, American avant-garde artist Doug Burden (born 1965), American rower Francis Burden (1829/30–1882), British chess player Fred Burden (1852–1897), editor, Adelaide Advertiser Harold Nelson Burden (1860–1930), English. 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: Burden

English

Alfie Burden, English professional snooker player Amanda Burden (née Mortimer; born 1944), American urban planner Arthur Scott Burden (1879–1921), American equestrian Barry Burden (born 1971), American political scientist Bob Burden, American cartoon artist Bob Burden (academic), English educational researcher and theorist Carter Burden (1941–1996), American politician Chris Burden, American avant-garde artist Doug Burden (born 1965), American rower Francis Burden (1829/30–1882), British chess player Fred Burden (1852–1897), editor, Adelaide Advertiser Harold Nelson Burden (1860–1930), English.

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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 Burden

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 Burden:

6
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Burden?
The surname Burden originates from English. Alfie Burden, English professional snooker player Amanda Burden (née Mortimer; born 1944), American urban planner Arthur Scott Burden (1879–1921), American equestrian Barry Burden (born 1971), American political scientist Bob Burden, American cartoon artist Bob Burden (academic), English educational researcher and theorist Carter Burden (1941–1996), American politician Chris Burden, American avant-garde artist Doug Burden (born 1965), American rower Francis Burden (1829/30–1882), British chess player Fred Burden (1852–1897), editor, Adelaide Advertiser Harold Nelson Burden (1860–1930), English.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Burden?
The name Alyssa Burden combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Burden originates from English.
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