Alyssa Durr

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Durr — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Durr 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 Durr: Asia Durr (born 1997), American basketball player Clifford Durr (1899–1975), American civil rights lawyer Edward Durr (born 1963), American politician from New Jersey Frankie Durr (1925–2000), English jockey Jason Durr (born 1967), British actor John Durr (1930–2010), South African swimmer Kent Durr (born 1941), South African politician Kevin Durr (born 1991), American soccer player Marlese Durr, American sociologist and professor Raymond Durr (1901–?), French wrestler Virginia Foster Durr, a former American civil rights activist Shajar al-Durr (died 1257), ruler of Egypt Dürr, a list of peopl. 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: Durr

French

Asia Durr (born 1997), American basketball player Clifford Durr (1899–1975), American civil rights lawyer Edward Durr (born 1963), American politician from New Jersey Frankie Durr (1925–2000), English jockey Jason Durr (born 1967), British actor John Durr (1930–2010), South African swimmer Kent Durr (born 1941), South African politician Kevin Durr (born 1991), American soccer player Marlese Durr, American sociologist and professor Raymond Durr (1901–?), French wrestler Virginia Foster Durr, a former American civil rights activist Shajar al-Durr (died 1257), ruler of Egypt Dürr, a list of peopl.

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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 Durr

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 Durr:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Durr?
The surname Durr originates from French. Asia Durr (born 1997), American basketball player Clifford Durr (1899–1975), American civil rights lawyer Edward Durr (born 1963), American politician from New Jersey Frankie Durr (1925–2000), English jockey Jason Durr (born 1967), British actor John Durr (1930–2010), South African swimmer Kent Durr (born 1941), South African politician Kevin Durr (born 1991), American soccer player Marlese Durr, American sociologist and professor Raymond Durr (1901–?), French wrestler Virginia Foster Durr, a former American civil rights activist Shajar al-Durr (died 1257), ruler of Egypt Dürr, a list of peopl.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Durr?
The name Alyssa Durr combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Durr originates from French.
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