Alyssa
- Greek: Rational
Origin:
Description:
A variation of the more formal-sounding Alicia, the breezier Alyssa rocketed in popularity in the 1980s, thanks to actress Alyssa Milano who played Tony Danza's daughter in the TV hit Who's the Boss?. The name has held onto its place as a top baby girl name ever since.
Popularity:
How popular is Alyssa? Here's how many babies were named Alyssa over time, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
Ranking Name
Alternate Spellings:
Famous Namesakes:
Actress Alyssa Milano
Syllables:
3
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