Alyssa Hart

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Hart — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Hart 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 Hart: Albert Bushnell Hart (1854–1943), American historian Alden Hart (1860–1947), American businessman and politician Alfred A. Hart (1816–1908), American photographer Alfred S. Hart (1904–1979), American businessman and banker born as Alfred Harskovitz Allie Carroll Hart (1913–2003), director of the Georgia Department of Archives and History Alvin Youngblood Hart (born 1963), American musician Andro Hart (died 1621), English printer Angie Hart (born 1972), Australian pop singer Ann Weaver Hart (born 1948), Temple University president Armando Hart (1930–2017), Cuban politician Augustus L. 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: Hart

English

Albert Bushnell Hart (1854–1943), American historian Alden Hart (1860–1947), American businessman and politician Alfred A. Hart (1816–1908), American photographer Alfred S. Hart (1904–1979), American businessman and banker born as Alfred Harskovitz Allie Carroll Hart (1913–2003), director of the Georgia Department of Archives and History Alvin Youngblood Hart (born 1963), American musician Andro Hart (died 1621), English printer Angie Hart (born 1972), Australian pop singer Ann Weaver Hart (born 1948), Temple University president Armando Hart (1930–2017), Cuban politician Augustus L.

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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 Hart

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 Hart:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Hart?
The surname Hart originates from English. Albert Bushnell Hart (1854–1943), American historian Alden Hart (1860–1947), American businessman and politician Alfred A. Hart (1816–1908), American photographer Alfred S. Hart (1904–1979), American businessman and banker born as Alfred Harskovitz Allie Carroll Hart (1913–2003), director of the Georgia Department of Archives and History Alvin Youngblood Hart (born 1963), American musician Andro Hart (died 1621), English printer Angie Hart (born 1972), Australian pop singer Ann Weaver Hart (born 1948), Temple University president Armando Hart (1930–2017), Cuban politician Augustus L.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Hart?
The name Alyssa Hart combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Hart originates from English.
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