Holding steady.
Popularity of Alica since 1922
Babies named Alica per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 14 |
| 1950s | 108 |
| 1960s | 240 |
| 1970s | 248 |
| 1980s | 326 |
| 1990s | 202 |
| 2000s | 128 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Alica is a variant spelling of Alicia that saw its highest usage in the 1980s, peaking in 1984. Despite its modest overall ranks, the name has maintained a stable presence, with consistent though low-level use through the 2000s and 2010s. The name's trajectory shows it as a steady choice rather than a trending one, appealing to parents who favor a less common spelling of a familiar classic. While not among the top 1000 names in recent years, it has a long recorded history dating back to 1922, and its cross-cultural appeal is evident in its Germanic and Romance origins.
Alica is a spelling variant of Alicia, which itself derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of the elements adal 'noble' and heid 'kind, sort'. The name spread throughout Europe in various forms, including Alicia in Spanish and English. It rose in popularity in the late 20th century, peaking in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Alie, Lica
Sibling names for Alica
Names that share Alica's style, for a brother or sister.
