Alyssa Stroud

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alyssa Stroud — noble
48K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alyssa Stroud 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 Stroud: Angela Stroud (born 1981), Wisconsin politician Barry Stroud (1935–2019), American philosopher Byron Stroud (born 1969), Canadian musician Carlos Stroud (born 1942), American physicist C. J. Stroud (born 2001), American football player Chris Stroud (born 1982), American golfer David Stroud (born 1987), British footballer Derek Stroud (1930–2015), English footballer Don Stroud (born 1943), American actor Donna Stroud (born 1964), American lawyer and jurist Gregory Stroud (1892–1974), English operatic singer in Australia John Stroud (born 1957), American basketball player John Stroud (director) . 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: Stroud

English

Angela Stroud (born 1981), Wisconsin politician Barry Stroud (1935–2019), American philosopher Byron Stroud (born 1969), Canadian musician Carlos Stroud (born 1942), American physicist C. J. Stroud (born 2001), American football player Chris Stroud (born 1982), American golfer David Stroud (born 1987), British footballer Derek Stroud (1930–2015), English footballer Don Stroud (born 1943), American actor Donna Stroud (born 1964), American lawyer and jurist Gregory Stroud (1892–1974), English operatic singer in Australia John Stroud (born 1957), American basketball player John Stroud (director) .

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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 Stroud

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 Stroud:

3
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

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

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 Stroud?
The surname Stroud originates from English. Angela Stroud (born 1981), Wisconsin politician Barry Stroud (1935–2019), American philosopher Byron Stroud (born 1969), Canadian musician Carlos Stroud (born 1942), American physicist C. J. Stroud (born 2001), American football player Chris Stroud (born 1982), American golfer David Stroud (born 1987), British footballer Derek Stroud (1930–2015), English footballer Don Stroud (born 1943), American actor Donna Stroud (born 1964), American lawyer and jurist Gregory Stroud (1892–1974), English operatic singer in Australia John Stroud (born 1957), American basketball player John Stroud (director) .
What are the origins of the name Alyssa Stroud?
The name Alyssa Stroud combines two different traditions: the first name Alyssa has Greek roots, while the surname Stroud originates from English.
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