Alissa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alissa Name at a Glance

Name	Alissa
Meaning	Variant of Alice.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Alissa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alissa means “Variant of Alice”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Alissa Name Origin

Our database records Alissa under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Alissa a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Alissa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Alissa

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