Alyssa Cate

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Cate — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Cate 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 Cate: Cate is a feminine given name and a variant of Kate. The name has Latin, French, English, and Welsh origins. Cate Blanchett (born 1969), two time Academy Award winning Australian actress Cate Shortland (born 1968), Australian writer and director of film and television Keith Cate, main anchor for WFLA-TV in Tampa Bay, Florida since 2000 Field Cate, American child actor Alf Cate (1878–1939), New Zealand cricketer Cate Campbell (born 1992), Australian swimmer Cate Edwards (born 1982), the oldest daughter of John Edwards Cate Reese (born 1999), American basketball player Cate Tiernan (born 1961), . 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: Cate

Latin

Cate is a feminine given name and a variant of Kate. The name has Latin, French, English, and Welsh origins. Cate Blanchett (born 1969), two time Academy Award winning Australian actress Cate Shortland (born 1968), Australian writer and director of film and television Keith Cate, main anchor for WFLA-TV in Tampa Bay, Florida since 2000 Field Cate, American child actor Alf Cate (1878–1939), New Zealand cricketer Cate Campbell (born 1992), Australian swimmer Cate Edwards (born 1982), the oldest daughter of John Edwards Cate Reese (born 1999), American basketball player Cate Tiernan (born 1961), .

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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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Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Cate?
The surname Cate originates from Latin. Cate is a feminine given name and a variant of Kate. The name has Latin, French, English, and Welsh origins. Cate Blanchett (born 1969), two time Academy Award winning Australian actress Cate Shortland (born 1968), Australian writer and director of film and television Keith Cate, main anchor for WFLA-TV in Tampa Bay, Florida since 2000 Field Cate, American child actor Alf Cate (1878–1939), New Zealand cricketer Cate Campbell (born 1992), Australian swimmer Cate Edwards (born 1982), the oldest daughter of John Edwards Cate Reese (born 1999), American basketball player Cate Tiernan (born 1961), .
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Cate?
The name Alyssa Cate combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Cate originates from Latin.
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