Alyssa Crosson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Crosson — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Crosson 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 Crosson: David Crosson, presenter on The Game Room (later Classic Game Room) Iman Crosson (born 1982), American actor Joe Crosson (1903–1949), Alaska Hall of Fame pilot, sister Marvel Crosson, Mount Crosson Marvel Crosson (1904–1929), Alaska Women's Hall of Fame pilot, sister of Joe Mount Crosson, satellite peak to Denali for Joe Crosson Norman Crosson, pilot of Little Eva, a B-24 Liberator Wilhelmina Marguerita Crosson (1900–1991), American educator William Crosson Feazel (1895–1965), Depression-era U.S. Senator from Louisiana Crosson Ice Shelf, Antarctic ice shelf 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: Crosson

English

David Crosson, presenter on The Game Room (later Classic Game Room) Iman Crosson (born 1982), American actor Joe Crosson (1903–1949), Alaska Hall of Fame pilot, sister Marvel Crosson, Mount Crosson Marvel Crosson (1904–1929), Alaska Women's Hall of Fame pilot, sister of Joe Mount Crosson, satellite peak to Denali for Joe Crosson Norman Crosson, pilot of Little Eva, a B-24 Liberator Wilhelmina Marguerita Crosson (1900–1991), American educator William Crosson Feazel (1895–1965), Depression-era U.S. Senator from Louisiana Crosson Ice Shelf, Antarctic ice shelf

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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 Crosson

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 Crosson:

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.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Crosson?
The surname Crosson originates from English. David Crosson, presenter on The Game Room (later Classic Game Room) Iman Crosson (born 1982), American actor Joe Crosson (1903–1949), Alaska Hall of Fame pilot, sister Marvel Crosson, Mount Crosson Marvel Crosson (1904–1929), Alaska Women's Hall of Fame pilot, sister of Joe Mount Crosson, satellite peak to Denali for Joe Crosson Norman Crosson, pilot of Little Eva, a B-24 Liberator Wilhelmina Marguerita Crosson (1900–1991), American educator William Crosson Feazel (1895–1965), Depression-era U.S. Senator from Louisiana Crosson Ice Shelf, Antarctic ice shelf
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Crosson?
The name Alyssa Crosson combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Crosson originates from English.
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