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Origin and Meaning of Alyssa

Gender

Feminine

Origin of Alyssa

Old German, Latin or Greek

Usage of Alyssa

English

Meaning of Alyssa

The name Alyssa has several meanings:
1. This is a variant of Alicia.
2. It could be derived from the white, lavender, or bright yellow Alyssum flower.
3. According to another theory, the name is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "wise", "logical", "rational".

Famous bearers

A bearer is Alyssa Milano (born 1972), an American actress.

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