New beginning or goal
In Greek, the name is associated with a starting point or a goal, particularly in the context of a race. It is also the name of the ancient city and mountain where the god Dionysus was raised by nymphs. In modern times, it is often linked to the Greek word for 'beginning'.
About 18 girls were named Nyssa in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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