Alyssa Murphree

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Murphree — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Alyssa Murphree 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 Murphree: Albert A. Murphree (1870–1927), American college professor and university president Dennis Murphree (1886–1949), Mississippi politician Eger V. Murphree (1898–1962), American chemist, known for his co-invention of the process of fluid catalytic cracking Thomas Alexander Murphree (1883–1945), United States federal judge Murphree Area, historic residence hall complex on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida Murphree Hall, historic student residence building on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida 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: Murphree

English

Albert A. Murphree (1870–1927), American college professor and university president Dennis Murphree (1886–1949), Mississippi politician Eger V. Murphree (1898–1962), American chemist, known for his co-invention of the process of fluid catalytic cracking Thomas Alexander Murphree (1883–1945), United States federal judge Murphree Area, historic residence hall complex on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida Murphree Hall, historic student residence building on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida

Advertisement

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:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Notable People Named Alyssa Murphree

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 Murphree:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Murphree?
The surname Murphree originates from English. Albert A. Murphree (1870–1927), American college professor and university president Dennis Murphree (1886–1949), Mississippi politician Eger V. Murphree (1898–1962), American chemist, known for his co-invention of the process of fluid catalytic cracking Thomas Alexander Murphree (1883–1945), United States federal judge Murphree Area, historic residence hall complex on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida Murphree Hall, historic student residence building on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville, Florida
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Murphree?
The name Alyssa Murphree combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Murphree originates from English.
Advertisement