Alyssa Huggins

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Huggins — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Huggins 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 Huggins: Albert Huggins (born 1997), American football player Bob Huggins (born 1953), American college basketball coach Charles Brenton Huggins (1901–1997), Canadian-born American physician, physiologist, and cancer researcher Charlie Huggins (born 1947), member of the Alaska Senate Colin Huggins (born 1978), American classical pianist and busker Derek Huggins (1940–2021), gallerist and founding director of the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe Edie Huggins (1935–2008), American television reporter, journalist and broadcaster Godfrey Huggins, 1st Viscount Malvern (1883–1971), Rhodesian politician Henr. 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: Huggins

English

Albert Huggins (born 1997), American football player Bob Huggins (born 1953), American college basketball coach Charles Brenton Huggins (1901–1997), Canadian-born American physician, physiologist, and cancer researcher Charlie Huggins (born 1947), member of the Alaska Senate Colin Huggins (born 1978), American classical pianist and busker Derek Huggins (1940–2021), gallerist and founding director of the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe Edie Huggins (1935–2008), American television reporter, journalist and broadcaster Godfrey Huggins, 1st Viscount Malvern (1883–1971), Rhodesian politician Henr.

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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 Huggins

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 Huggins:

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 Huggins?
The surname Huggins originates from English. Albert Huggins (born 1997), American football player Bob Huggins (born 1953), American college basketball coach Charles Brenton Huggins (1901–1997), Canadian-born American physician, physiologist, and cancer researcher Charlie Huggins (born 1947), member of the Alaska Senate Colin Huggins (born 1978), American classical pianist and busker Derek Huggins (1940–2021), gallerist and founding director of the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe Edie Huggins (1935–2008), American television reporter, journalist and broadcaster Godfrey Huggins, 1st Viscount Malvern (1883–1971), Rhodesian politician Henr.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Huggins?
The name Alyssa Huggins combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Huggins originates from English.
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