Alyssa Mccully

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Mccully — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Mccully 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 Mccully: Charlie McCully (1947–2007), Scottish-born American soccer player Ed McCully (1927–1956), American missionary Emily Arnold McCully (born 1939), American author Helen McCully (1902–1977), Canadian food writer, critic and cookbook author Henry McCully (born 1948), Scottish-born American soccer player Jonathan McCully (1809–1877), one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation, senator and Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge Justin McCully (born 1976), American retired professional mixed martial artist and professional wrestler Kilmer S. 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: Mccully

Scottish

Charlie McCully (1947–2007), Scottish-born American soccer player Ed McCully (1927–1956), American missionary Emily Arnold McCully (born 1939), American author Helen McCully (1902–1977), Canadian food writer, critic and cookbook author Henry McCully (born 1948), Scottish-born American soccer player Jonathan McCully (1809–1877), one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation, senator and Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge Justin McCully (born 1976), American retired professional mixed martial artist and professional wrestler Kilmer S.

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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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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alyssa Mccully:

4
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Mccully?
The surname Mccully originates from Scottish. Charlie McCully (1947–2007), Scottish-born American soccer player Ed McCully (1927–1956), American missionary Emily Arnold McCully (born 1939), American author Helen McCully (1902–1977), Canadian food writer, critic and cookbook author Henry McCully (born 1948), Scottish-born American soccer player Jonathan McCully (1809–1877), one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation, senator and Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge Justin McCully (born 1976), American retired professional mixed martial artist and professional wrestler Kilmer S.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Mccully?
The name Alyssa Mccully combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Mccully originates from Scottish.
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