US Popularity Rank: 11327

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: to test; goal, ambition

Nyssa is a feminine name of Hebrew and Greek origins. Perfect for little girls with big dreams, it means "to test," "goal," or "ambition." If you want to teach your daughter to reach for the stars, a name like Nyssa may inspire them to be bold and adventurous. You can also spell it as Nissa if you're looking for an alternative. While their meanings differ, Nyssa shares similarities with other names such as Nessa, Lyssa, and Risa.