Alyssa vs Folsom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alyssa

Girl #399 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, exalted"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#399
Total SSA Count
793
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aly, Lyssa, Lisa

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Popularity Comparison

Alyssa Rank #399
Folsom Rank #11,019

Alyssa is more popular, ranked #399 vs #11019 for Folsom.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alyssa ___

  • Alyssa Marie
  • Alyssa Grace
  • Alyssa Rose
  • Alyssa Nicole
  • Alyssa Faith
  • Alyssa Ann

Folsom ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alyssa or Folsom more popular?

Alyssa is more popular, ranked #399 compared to Folsom at #11019 in the United States.

What do Alyssa and Folsom mean?

Alyssa means "noble, exalted" (Germanic origin).

Are Alyssa and Folsom boy or girl names?

Alyssa is primarily a girl name. Folsom is primarily a boy name.

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