How Many People Are Named Alysha?
Complete statistics for the name Alysha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Alysha is a very rare female name, with only 9,374 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 35,206 Americans. It peaked in popularity back in 1990 with 630 births, but now it's seen as a declining, newer-generation name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and optimism.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 32All 9,557 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).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1990Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Alysha Through the Generations
Alysha has been a name on the rise since the late 20th century, reaching its peak in 1990 with 630 births. Since then, its usage has steadily declined, reflecting a shift towards more modern naming trends. Today, Alysha is predominantly found among younger generations, with 3,264 under 30 and 6,284 aged between 30 and 60, indicating a strong presence among those born in the '80s and '90s.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Alysha's American roots
📄 About the Name Alysha
How Many People Have the Name Alysha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 9,374 people in the United States currently share the name Alysha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 35,206 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Alysha a Common or Rare Name?
Alysha 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 Alysha Mean?
Alysha means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Alysha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Alysha Most Popular?
The name Alysha reached peak popularity in 1990, with 630 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.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Alysha?
Approximately 9,374 people named Alysha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 9,557. That works out to roughly 1 in 35,206 Americans.
Is Alysha a rare name?
Alysha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 35,206 Americans has this name.
What does the name Alysha mean?
Alysha means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American origins.
Is Alysha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alysha are male and 100% are female.
When was Alysha most popular?
Alysha peaked in 1990 with 630 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.