Alyssa Coombs

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Coombs — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Coombs 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 Coombs: Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis. 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: Coombs

English

Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis.

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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 Coombs

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 Coombs:

9
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale 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 Coombs?
The surname Coombs originates from English. Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Coombs?
The name Alyssa Coombs combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Coombs originates from English.
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