Alicia: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: a-hle-e-ke-e
Origin: Spain
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Noble

Alicia is a feminine given name with a rich history and multiple origins. It is primarily of German, Spanish, and Latin origin, and it is a variant of Alice, which means "noble" or "exalted". The name has its roots in Old German, specifically the name Adalheidis, which means "noble kind" or "of noble nature". Alicia is the Latinized version of the German name Alice and eventually became Alicia during the Spanish adoption of the name. The name Alicia has gained popularity over the years, with numerous variations in spelling, such as Aleesha, Alysha, and Alecia. It is associated with nobility and honor, and it has been used for various characters in popular culture, including Alicia Testarossa in Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha and Alicia Charlotte in the anime Aikatsu Friends!.

Alicia Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Alicia is currently #322 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Alicia is currently #168 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Alicia is currently #319 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Alicia is currently #168 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Alicia

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Alicia, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Alicia Keys: Alicia Keys is an American singer-songwriter, pianist, and actress known for her hit songs "Fallin'," "No One," and "Girl on Fire."
  • Alicia Vikander: Alicia Vikander is a Swedish actress and producer known for her roles in "Ex Machina," "The Danish Girl," and "Tomb Raider."
  • Alicia Silverstone: Alicia Silverstone is an American actress, producer, and activist known for her role as Cher Horowitz in the film "Clueless."
  • Alicia Molik: An Australian tennis player, Molik won the 2005 Australian Open doubles title and has represented her country in several international tournaments.

 

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