Alea: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahl-eh-ah
Origin: United States
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A diminutive form of Aleah, meaning "to ascend" or "to rise."

Alea is a versatile and elegant name with multiple meanings across different cultures. It signifies "high status," "lofty," and "sublime" in Arabic, "rising" or "to ascend" in Hebrew, and "sweetly-speaking" or "well-spoken" in Greek. The name Alea has its roots in ancient Hebrew and Greek, with a variant spelling of the name Aaliyah. It has become a popular choice for parents seeking a name that carries positive connotations and reflects the child's potential for greatness. Over time, the use of Alea has evolved, reflecting changing societal values and preferences for unique yet meaningful names.

Alea Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Alea is currently #3670 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Alea is currently #2050 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Alea is currently #1846 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Alea is currently #1020 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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