How Many People Are Named Alyse?
Complete statistics for the name Alyse: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Alyse is a very rare name, with only 7,251 people using it in the US today. That's 1 in 45,512 Americans. It peaked in 1988 with 401 births that year.
π Meaning & Origin
The life path number 8 is traditionally linked to ambition, authority, and material success. People associated with this number are often seen as natural leaders who are driven, resourceful, and focused on achieving their goals.
π Worldwide Usage
β₯ Gender Distribution
π Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 32All 7,617 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
π Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1988Annual US births from SSA records Β· Trend: Declining
π Name Scorecard
Scores 0β100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
π Alyse Through the Generations
The name Alyse has a unique journey through American demographics. With just 7,617 total births across all time, it's clear why it's considered very rare. However, the fact that 47% of those named Alyse are under 30 makes it feel much more contemporary than its low birth rate might suggest. This name, while classic in origin, has become a modern choice, reflecting changing naming trends. The significant gap between the peak year of 1988 and today's living population also tells a story of a name that was popular for a brief period but hasn't sustained that level of popularity. The age distribution shows a balanced spread, with a notable concentration of younger individuals, indicating a younger generation carrying on the name despite its rarity.
π State Distribution (Top 10)
πΏ Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Alyse's Germanic roots
π About the Name Alyse
How Many People Have the Name Alyse?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,251 people in the United States currently share the name Alyse. That works out to roughly 1 in every 45,512 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Alyse a Common or Rare Name?
Alyse is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Alyse Mean?
Alyse means "Of noble kind" and comes from Germanic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Alyse in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Alyse Most Popular?
The name Alyse reached peak popularity in 1988, with 401 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
β Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Alyse?
Approximately 7,251 people named Alyse live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,617. That works out to roughly 1 in 45,512 Americans.
Is Alyse a rare name?
Alyse is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 45,512 Americans has this name.
What does the name Alyse mean?
Alyse means "Of noble kind" and comes from Germanic origins.
Is Alyse more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alyse are male and 100% are female.
When was Alyse most popular?
Alyse peaked in 1988 with 401 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.