Alisa
Meaning: A name with honeyed tones and lasting appeal — the name Alisa embodies this quality
Origin: Norman French
Gender: Girl
Rank in Finland: #150
Total: 4,673
History: Alisa surged in the 2000s as a fresh Finnish form of Alice. 'Liisan seikkailut ihmemaassa' (Alice in Wonderland) is beloved in Finland, where the translation is particularly renowned. Alisa represents the generation of Finnish children growing up with both Finnish folk tales and global stories.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #38 |
| Babies named Alisa in 2024 | 99 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 8,547 |
| Peak year | 2010 (3,588 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #22 |
| Years in records | 1900–2024 (16 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Alisa
What does the name Alisa mean?
Alisa means “A name with honeyed tones and lasting appeal — the name Alisa embodies this quality” from Norman French roots.
What is the origin of the name Alisa?
Alisa has Norman French origin. The traditional meaning is “A name with honeyed tones and lasting appeal — the name Alisa embodies this quality”.
How popular is Alisa in Finland?
Alisa ranked #38 in Finland in 2024 — given to 99 babies that year.
When was Alisa most popular?
Alisa peaked in 2010 with 3,588 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Alisa a boy or girl name?
Alisa is predominantly a girls' name in Finland — over 90% of Alisas in registered births are female.
How long has Alisa been recorded in Finland?
Alisa appears in birth records in Finland across 16 years — from 1900 through 2024.