Alyssa Cagle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Cagle — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Cagle 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 Cagle: A. M. Cagle (1884–1968), American composer Brett Cagle (born 1962), American religious leader Casey Cagle (born 1966), American politician Chris Cagle (born 1968), American country music singer Chris Cagle (American football) (1905–1942), American football player Daryl Cagle (born 1956), American cartoonist Harold Cagle (1913–1977), American athlete Mary Cagle (born 1989), American webcomic artist Myrtle Cagle (1925–2019), American pilot and part of Mercury 13 Sandy Cagle (born 1957), American model Susan Justice (née Susan Cagle, born 1981), American pop-rock singer Susie Cagle, American jour. 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: Cagle

English

A. M. Cagle (1884–1968), American composer Brett Cagle (born 1962), American religious leader Casey Cagle (born 1966), American politician Chris Cagle (born 1968), American country music singer Chris Cagle (American football) (1905–1942), American football player Daryl Cagle (born 1956), American cartoonist Harold Cagle (1913–1977), American athlete Mary Cagle (born 1989), American webcomic artist Myrtle Cagle (1925–2019), American pilot and part of Mercury 13 Sandy Cagle (born 1957), American model Susan Justice (née Susan Cagle, born 1981), American pop-rock singer Susie Cagle, American jour.

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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 Cagle

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 Cagle:

6
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Cagle?
The surname Cagle originates from English. A. M. Cagle (1884–1968), American composer Brett Cagle (born 1962), American religious leader Casey Cagle (born 1966), American politician Chris Cagle (born 1968), American country music singer Chris Cagle (American football) (1905–1942), American football player Daryl Cagle (born 1956), American cartoonist Harold Cagle (1913–1977), American athlete Mary Cagle (born 1989), American webcomic artist Myrtle Cagle (1925–2019), American pilot and part of Mercury 13 Sandy Cagle (born 1957), American model Susan Justice (née Susan Cagle, born 1981), American pop-rock singer Susie Cagle, American jour.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Cagle?
The name Alyssa Cagle combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Cagle originates from English.
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