Aletta: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahl-ehtt-ah
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of Latin origin, meaning "winged one" or "truth."

Aletta is a feminine name with multiple origins and meanings. Primarily of Dutch origin, it means "of noble kin" and is a diminutive form of Adelaide, Adelheid, and Alida. The name also carries meanings such as "small winged one" and "truth." Over time, the use of Aletta has remained relatively niche but has gained some popularity due to its unique and meaningful connotations. The name Aletta is significant because it reflects the cultural and historical heritage of the Netherlands, symbolizing nobility and truth. It is also notable for being associated with Aletta Jacobs, the first female doctor in the Netherlands and a women's suffrage activist.

Aletta Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Aletta is currently #13054 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Aletta is currently #7419 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Aletta is currently #6578 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Aletta is currently #3739 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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