Lyssa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lyssa is listed in our database as a girl name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Honey. Abbreviation of Melissa; Lissandra; Alyssa”.

Lyssa Name at a Glance

Name Lyssa
Meaning Honey. Abbreviation of Melissa; Lissandra; Alyssa.
Origin English
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Lyssa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lyssa means “Honey. Abbreviation of Melissa; Lissandra; Alyssa”. 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.

Lyssa Name Origin

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

Is Lyssa a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Lyssa

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