Alisa

At a Glance

Meaning

Of noble character

Origin

Finnish/Russian form of Alice

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

uh-LEE-suhListen

Alisa (uh-LEE-suh) is the Finnish and Russian form of Alice, and it carries the meaning "of noble character." It keeps the familiar Alice sound while giving it a softer, more distinctive spelling.

Meaning & Origin of Alisa

Meaning: Of noble character.

Origin: Finnish/Russian form of Alice.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Alisa

Popularity of Alisa

Alisa peaked at #261 in 1969, when 1,108 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #1442 with 152 babies, so it's a name your child is unlikely to share with a classmate.

Names Like Alisa

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• Vince
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FAQ

What does the name Alisa mean?

Of noble character. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Alisa?

Alisa is pronounced uh-LEE-suh (IPA: /əˈliːsə/).

Is Alisa a popular name right now?

Alisa peaked at #261 in 1969 and is ranked #1442 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1945–2024.)

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