Alyssa Easley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Easley — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Easley 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 Easley: Surname: Adelaide Easley (1902–1974), American physicist with General Electric Annie Easley (1933–2011), American computer scientist, mathematician and rocket scientist Charles Easley, Justice, Mississippi Supreme Court Damion Easley (born 1969), baseball player David Easley, Chair of the Economics department at Cornell University Ed Easley (born 1985), American baseball player Jeff Easley (born 1954), graphic artist, works in Dungeons and Dragons books Kenny Easley (1959–2025), American football player Mike Easley (born 1950), politician Nick Easley (born 1997), American football player Steph. 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: Easley

English

Surname: Adelaide Easley (1902–1974), American physicist with General Electric Annie Easley (1933–2011), American computer scientist, mathematician and rocket scientist Charles Easley, Justice, Mississippi Supreme Court Damion Easley (born 1969), baseball player David Easley, Chair of the Economics department at Cornell University Ed Easley (born 1985), American baseball player Jeff Easley (born 1954), graphic artist, works in Dungeons and Dragons books Kenny Easley (1959–2025), American football player Mike Easley (born 1950), politician Nick Easley (born 1997), American football player Steph.

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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 Easley

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 Easley:

9
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Easley?
The surname Easley originates from English. Surname: Adelaide Easley (1902–1974), American physicist with General Electric Annie Easley (1933–2011), American computer scientist, mathematician and rocket scientist Charles Easley, Justice, Mississippi Supreme Court Damion Easley (born 1969), baseball player David Easley, Chair of the Economics department at Cornell University Ed Easley (born 1985), American baseball player Jeff Easley (born 1954), graphic artist, works in Dungeons and Dragons books Kenny Easley (1959–2025), American football player Mike Easley (born 1950), politician Nick Easley (born 1997), American football player Steph.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Easley?
The name Alyssa Easley combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Easley originates from English.
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