Alisah
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- Name
- Alisah
- Gender
- Girl name
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The first name Alisah for girls represents an Old High German and Dutch variant of Alisha or Alica, which has its origins in the ancient German name Adelheid.
What does the name Alisah mean?
Alisah is a girl's name that comes from the Old High German and Dutch form of Alisha or Alica and ultimately derives from the ancient German name Adelheid. Translated, this name means 'of noble being,' 'the noble one,' 'the noble,' or 'the aristocrat.' The etymological roots are found in Old High German, where the element adal stands for 'noble,' 'aristocratic,' 'the nobility,' 'of noble descent,' or 'noble lineage,' while heit means 'the kind,' 'the manner,' 'the form,' or 'the origin.' In colloquial Hebrew, Alisah is interpreted as 'the cheerful one.' There are numerous variants such as Alis, Alisa, Alissa, Alisanne, Alisha, Alisz (Hungarian), Alischia, Alischa, Alise, Alisca, Alisia, Alissia, Älisia, Alishia, Alisya, Alisi, and Alisja.
Where does the name Alisah come from?
The name Alisah originates from Old High German and means 'the noble one.' The components of the word consist of adal, which means 'noble, aristocratic, the nobility, of noble descent, noble lineage, noble ancestry,' and heit, which stands for 'the kind, the manner, the form, the origin.' The linguistic roots can be found in Hebrew, Dutch, and Flemish.
How do you pronounce Alisah?
The sound and pronunciation of the name Alisah are pleasant and three syllables long. It is usually pronounced as 'A-li-sah' [aˈliːza], starting with an open 'a' sound. The middle syllable receives a calm and clear emphasis. The gentle, open sound of '-sah' at the end provides a harmonious conclusion. Alisah thus conveys a soft, friendly, and balanced aura - a name that captivates with its clear form and pleasant presence.
When is the name day of Alisah?
The name days for Alisah are February 5, March 25, and December 16.
Popularity
In Germany, Alisah is a relatively rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 4,899th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2008 at 1,636th place. Over the last ten years, Alisah has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it 4,795th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is positioned at 5,099th.
Nicknames & pet names
Alice
Frequently asked questions about the name Alisah
Where does the name Alisah come from?
The name Alisah has its roots in Old High German and is a derivative of Adelheid. It is also found in various languages such as Hebrew, Dutch, and Flemish.
What does Alisah mean?
Alisah means 'the noble one' or 'of noble being.' In the Hebrew meaning, it is often interpreted as 'the cheerful one.'
How popular is the name Alisah?
Alisah is a modern name that has gained popularity in recent years, but it is not among the most common first names.