Annalissa is a modern English blend of Anna—rooted in the Hebrew word for “grace”—and Alissa, a variant of Alice meaning “noble” or “truthful,” delivering a double dose of elegance in one harmonious name. Pronounced an-uh-LISS-uh (/ænəˈlɪsə/), it rolls off the tongue like sunlight dancing on morning dew, warm and bright. Though Annalissa has never stormed the top of the baby-name charts, it has quietly charmed five to thirteen newborn girls each year since the early ’90s, settling gracefully in the 900s of popularity—proof that sometimes the most enchanting names are found just beneath the radar. Perfect for parents craving something both timeless and refreshingly unique, Annalissa promises a lifetime of poise and sparkling charm.