Declining since 1990.
Popularity of Aleshia since 1957
Babies named Aleshia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 248 |
| 1970s | 523 |
| 1980s | 1,000 |
| 1990s | 780 |
| 2000s | 209 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Aleshia is a modern phonetic variant of Alicia, part of a wave of similar-sounding names like Alisha and Aleesha that emerged in the mid-20th century. First recorded in U.S. data in 1957, the name reached its peak popularity in 1991, yet it has never entered the top 1,000 names nationally. Since 1990, its usage has steadily declined, reflecting the broader shift away from such ornate variants. Aleshia was never concentrated in any single state, reinforcing its status as a rare but recognizable choice. Its appeal lies in its familiar, melodic sound while offering a distinctive spelling.
Aleshia is a modern English variant of Alicia, which itself derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'heid' (kind, sort). The name became popular in English-speaking countries during the 20th century as part of the trend of creating phonetic variants of established names like Alicia and Alisha. It was first recorded in U.S. data in 1957 and saw its peak usage in 1991.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Leesh, Shia
Sibling names for Aleshia
Names that share Aleshia's style, for a brother or sister.
