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Alyssia

Girl name · 34 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Alyssia: 34 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 6 births in 2013.

Alyssia is a modern, decorative spelling of Alicia, itself a Latinised form of Alice, which ultimately derives from the Old French name Aliz, a short form of the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning “noble kind” or “of noble birth.” Perhaps the most famous bearer of the root name Alice is Alice Liddell, the girl who inspired Lewis Carroll’s *Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland*. The variant spelling Alyssia gained some visibility through American actress Alyssa Milano, though the -ia ending adds a lyrical, romantic flourish also seen in names like Natalia. While not a traditional Scottish name, Alyssia has appeared consistently on Scottish birth registers since the 1990s, reflecting the enduring appeal of its elegant meaning and soft, melodic sound.