Alesa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alesa is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Alicia', which has roots in Old High German names meaning 'noble kind'. It evolved through various historical forms and has gained modern popularity as a stylish name that conveys grace and elegance, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alesa"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːsə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Alesa is derived from the Latin name 'Alicia', which itself comes from the Old High German name 'Adalheidis', meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble sort'.
Meaning
Noble kind
Language Evolution
Alicia (Latin), Adalheidis (Old High German), Adelaide (French/English)
Historical Usage
Alesa gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional names like Alice and Adelaide.
Variants & Derivatives
Alicia, Alisa, Alicia, Alice
Modern Popularity & Image
Alesa is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with kindness and sophistication.
Famous People
Alesa McDonald (notable artist), Alesa K. (popular social media influencer)
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✨ Alesa Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 38 peak births in 1963
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Ohio
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alesa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alesa"
"Alesa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3160th of 12526 | 264 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3988th of 19264 | 246 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5609th of 27321 | 235 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10288th of 35406 | 151 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18924th of 30306 | 30 |
Regional Popularity of "Alesa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alesa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alesa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alesa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Alesa" in the United States
The name Alesa is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alesa has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alesa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3160th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3988th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5609th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10288th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18924th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alesa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.