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Aleesia

uh-LEE-zhuh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Alicia or a feminine form of Alexis.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,722
Babies named in 2025
21
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 76,537 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #5,722 for girls today.

Popularity of Aleesia since 1989

Babies named Aleesia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1021311990200020102020Most births 2022Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s5
1990s82
2000s190
2010s153
2020s111

Meaning & origin

Aleesia is a rare and modern feminine name that first entered U.S. records in 1989. Its highest level of usage came in 2022, when it reached its peak year. As of 2025, the name ranks 5,722, reflecting a stable trajectory of occasional use. While Aleesia does not appear in any top state lists, its appeal lies in its melodic sound and similarity to more established names like Alicia and Alexis. For parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice, Aleesia offers a graceful alternative to more common favorites.

Aleesia is a modern English coinage, likely derived from names like Alicia (a Latinized form of Alice) or Alexis. It follows a fashionable pattern of adding a feminine -a ending. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1989, reflecting late 20th-century naming trends that favor melodic and distinctive variations of classic names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lee, Leesi, Ally

Variants: Alicia, Alexia, Alecia

Sibling names for Aleesia

Names that share Aleesia's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aleesia mean?
Aleesia's meaning is uncertain, but it is likely a modern variant of Alicia, which itself derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble natured.' Aleesia may also be a feminine form of Alexis, meaning 'defender.'
How popular is the name Aleesia currently?
Aleesia is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 5,722 in the United States, with approximately 1 in 76,537 newborn girls receiving this name.
Is Aleesia a girl's name or a boy's name?
Aleesia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.