Meaning, origin, history
Anyssa is a beautiful and unique name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "anyssus" which means "belonging to Annis". Annis was an ancient Roman family name, and the name Anyssa is thought to have been used as a female form of this family name. The name Anyssa has also been associated with Saint Anyssa, who was a Christian martyr during the reign of Diocletian in the 4th century. She is said to have been a nurse or companion to Queen Alexandra, wife of Emperor Diocletian. Although there are no widespread traditions or cultural practices associated with the name Anyssa, it has gained popularity as a unique and elegant choice for a girl's name in recent years.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Anyssa since 1880
Total births
2,070
Total since 1880
Peak year
1994
136 births
in 2023
11
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-27%
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vs previous 5 years