Noble; also refers to the alyssum flower
Alyssa is a modern English name derived from the Greek word 'alysson', referring to a flower believed to cure madness. It is also considered a variant of Alice, which has Germanic roots meaning noble. The name gained significant popularity in the late 20th century.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress and activist
American professional soccer player
American drag performer and choreographer
American soccer goalkeeper
