Declining since 1986, #5,554 for girls today.
Popularity of Alecia since 1917
Babies named Alecia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 39 |
| 1930s | 57 |
| 1940s | 177 |
| 1950s | 609 |
| 1960s | 1,589 |
| 1970s | 2,218 |
| 1980s | 3,196 |
| 1990s | 2,299 |
| 2000s | 1,252 |
| 2010s | 487 |
| 2020s | 126 |
Meaning & origin
Alecia is a variant spelling of Alicia, which itself derives from the Germanic Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind'. The name has been in use in the United States since at least 1917, though it has never been among the most common names. At its peak in 1987, it reached rank 5,554, with about 1 in 73,058 girls born that year given the name. Since then, its usage has declined steadily, reflecting a broader shift away from Alicia-variant spellings in favor of other names. Despite its infrequency, Alecia retains a classic, slightly formal feel.
Alecia is a modern spelling variant of Alicia, itself a Latinized form of Alice, which originated from the Old Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of adal 'noble' and heid 'kind, sort'. The name was introduced to England by the Normans and has been in use since the Middle Ages. The Alecia spelling gained some popularity in the United States during the 20th century.
Where Alecia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Ally, Lee, Leesh
Sibling names for Alecia
Names that share Alecia's style, for a brother or sister.
