Aleshia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aleshia is a modern English name derived from the Old High German name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind'. Its language path includes variations like Alicia and Alice. The name reflects traits of creativity and individuality, and it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with a positive modern image.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleshia"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːʃə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Aleshia is likely a modern variant of the name Alicia, which is derived from the Old High German name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble sort'.
Meaning
noble kind
Language Evolution
Alicia, Alice, Adalheidis
Historical Usage
The name Aleshia gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Alicia, Alysha, Alisha
Modern Popularity & Image
Aleshia is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Aleshia Brevard, American actress and writer, Aleshia Ocasio, American professional wrestler
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✨ Aleshia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 149 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
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 "Aleshia"
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 "Aleshia"
"Aleshia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4783rd of 12526 | 129 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1902nd of 19264 | 747 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1481st of 27321 | 1,573 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5616th of 35406 | 354 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20672nd of 30306 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleshia" 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 "Aleshia" 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) |
69.90% 2053rd/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
42.33% 1489th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.11% 1478th/3685 |
44.96% 2012th/4475 |
22.04% 1145th/5194 |
61.20% 3866th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
67.97% 4971st/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleshia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleshia" 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 "Aleshia" in the United States
The name Aleshia is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Aleshia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aleshia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4783rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1902nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1481st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5616th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20672nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aleshia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.