Nysa
n(y)-sa
US Popularity:12152
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Goal; Beginning; Woman; Sign; End; Mount Nysa; Tree
Nysa is a feminine name primarily of Greek origin, possibly inspired by Nyssa. Meaning “goal” or “beginning” and the name of a type of tree, this title is a wonderful reminder for baby to grow and chase their dreams no matter what. In Greek mythology, Nysa is the name of a mountain region where the infant god Dionysus was raised by rain-bringing nymphs. Nysa may also have Arabic roots, meaning “woman,” Hebrew roots, meaning “sign,” and Latin roots, meaning “end,” though these origins are uncertain. As baby make a new path in their life, a name like Nysa is sure to remind them to always reach for the stars.
Nysa Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Nysa is currently #4619 on The Bump
Girl:Nysa is currently #2051 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Nysa is currently #12152 in U.S. births
Girl:Nysa is currently #8932 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#12152
in 2022
- 2728
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 242
Name Doctor, Nyssa
Behind the Name, Nyssa, November 2019
Theoi.com NYSIADES
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