Ancient history

What is the origin of first name Alyssa?

Alyssa is a feminine given name of Greek origin. It is derived from the Latin name "Alyssa", which is a variant of "Alicia" and "Adelheid". The name "Alicia" is derived from the Germanic name "Adalhaidis", which means "noble", "kind", or "prosperous". The name "Adelheid" is also of Germanic origin and means "noble" or "prosperous". The name Alyssa is widely used in English-speaking countries and has become increasingly popular in recent years.