Alyssa Garces

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Garces — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Garces 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 Garces: Ana Garcés (born 2000), Spanish actress Carlos Antonio Bernardo Garcés (1900-1980), Mexican athlete Carlos Garcés (born 1990), Ecuadorian football player Delia Garcés (1919–2001), Argentine film actress Francisco Garcés (1738–1781), Spanish Franciscan missionary Frank Garcés (born 1990), professional baseball player Galindo Garcés (died 844), a Count of Aragon from 833 until his death in 844 Gloria Galeano Garcés (1958–2016), Colombian botanist and agronomist Jorge Garcés, (born 1954), Chilean football manager José Luis Garcés (born 1981), Panamanian football forward Mauricio Garcés (1926–1989. 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: Garces

Spanish

Ana Garcés (born 2000), Spanish actress Carlos Antonio Bernardo Garcés (1900-1980), Mexican athlete Carlos Garcés (born 1990), Ecuadorian football player Delia Garcés (1919–2001), Argentine film actress Francisco Garcés (1738–1781), Spanish Franciscan missionary Frank Garcés (born 1990), professional baseball player Galindo Garcés (died 844), a Count of Aragon from 833 until his death in 844 Gloria Galeano Garcés (1958–2016), Colombian botanist and agronomist Jorge Garcés, (born 1954), Chilean football manager José Luis Garcés (born 1981), Panamanian football forward Mauricio Garcés (1926–1989.

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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 Garces

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 Garces:

4
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Garces?
The surname Garces originates from Spanish. Ana Garcés (born 2000), Spanish actress Carlos Antonio Bernardo Garcés (1900-1980), Mexican athlete Carlos Garcés (born 1990), Ecuadorian football player Delia Garcés (1919–2001), Argentine film actress Francisco Garcés (1738–1781), Spanish Franciscan missionary Frank Garcés (born 1990), professional baseball player Galindo Garcés (died 844), a Count of Aragon from 833 until his death in 844 Gloria Galeano Garcés (1958–2016), Colombian botanist and agronomist Jorge Garcés, (born 1954), Chilean football manager José Luis Garcés (born 1981), Panamanian football forward Mauricio Garcés (1926–1989.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Garces?
The name Alyssa Garces combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Garces originates from Spanish.
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