Alyssa Naumann

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Naumann — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Naumann 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 Naumann: Albert Naumann (1875–1952), German Olympic fencer Alexander Naumann (1837–1922), German chemist Christian August Naumann (1705–1766), German architect Cilla Naumann (born 1960), Swedish journalist Einar Naumann (1891–1934), Swedish botanist Erich Naumann (1905–1951), German Nazi SS-Brigadeführer and Einsatzgruppe commander, executed for war crimes Ernst Naumann (1832–1910), German composer Francis Naumann (born 1948), American scholar, curator, and art dealer, specializing in the art of the Dada movement and the Surrealist periods Friedrich Naumann (1860–1919), German theologian and politician. 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: Naumann

English

Albert Naumann (1875–1952), German Olympic fencer Alexander Naumann (1837–1922), German chemist Christian August Naumann (1705–1766), German architect Cilla Naumann (born 1960), Swedish journalist Einar Naumann (1891–1934), Swedish botanist Erich Naumann (1905–1951), German Nazi SS-Brigadeführer and Einsatzgruppe commander, executed for war crimes Ernst Naumann (1832–1910), German composer Francis Naumann (born 1948), American scholar, curator, and art dealer, specializing in the art of the Dada movement and the Surrealist periods Friedrich Naumann (1860–1919), German theologian and politician.

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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 Naumann

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 Naumann:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Naumann?
The surname Naumann originates from English. Albert Naumann (1875–1952), German Olympic fencer Alexander Naumann (1837–1922), German chemist Christian August Naumann (1705–1766), German architect Cilla Naumann (born 1960), Swedish journalist Einar Naumann (1891–1934), Swedish botanist Erich Naumann (1905–1951), German Nazi SS-Brigadeführer and Einsatzgruppe commander, executed for war crimes Ernst Naumann (1832–1910), German composer Francis Naumann (born 1948), American scholar, curator, and art dealer, specializing in the art of the Dada movement and the Surrealist periods Friedrich Naumann (1860–1919), German theologian and politician.
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Naumann?
The name Alyssa Naumann combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Naumann originates from English.
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