Alesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alesha is a name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'God is my oath.' It evolved from the biblical name Elisheba and has modern variants like Alicia. The name has become popular in recent decades, often seen as trendy and creative, with a rich biblical background.
The name Alesha is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Alesha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5999th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1155th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 759th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2084th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5254th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alesha"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːʃə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Alesha is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elisheba,' which means 'God is my oath.' The name has evolved over time and has been influenced by various cultures.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Alesha (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Elisheba is mentioned in the Bible as the wife of Aaron, the brother of Moses.
Historical Usage
Alesha gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of older names, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Alicia, Aleshia, Aleesha
Modern Popularity & Image
Alesha is perceived as a modern, trendy name that is often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Alesha Dixon, a British singer and television personality, Alesha Tyler, known for her contributions in various fields
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alesha"
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 "Alesha"
"Alesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5999th of 12526 | 76 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1155th of 19264 | 1,657 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 759th of 27321 | 4,064 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2084th of 35406 | 1,438 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5254th of 30306 | 299 |
Regional Popularity of "Alesha" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alesha" by Generation for Female 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) |
38.51% 1131st/2937 |
43.93% 1530th/3483 |
28.51% 1003rd/3518 |
31.21% 1262nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.28% 600th/3685 |
19.49% 872nd/4475 |
13.36% 694th/5194 |
18.00% 1137th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.03% 1880th/4582 |
36.77% 1899th/5164 |
29.21% 2136th/7313 |
41.47% 3095th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
62.47% 2803rd/4487 |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Alesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alesha" 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.