Alesha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: uh-LEE-sha /əˈliːʃə/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: noble; Hebrew: God is my salvation
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alesha is believed to be a variant of the name Alicia, which has its roots in the Old High German name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind' or 'of noble birth.' The name Adalheidis evolved into various forms as it spread through different cultures and languages. In the 12th century, it was adopted into Latin as Adalhaidis, which later transformed into the Old French form Aalis, and subsequently into the Italian form Alisia.
The name gained further popularity in the English-speaking world through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, leading to its eventual adaptation into the name Alicia, which was commonly used in medieval England. Throughout history, the name Alicia has been associated with various notable figures, including saints and queens.
One of the most significant historical milestones is the use of the name in the medieval period, where it was borne by several noblewomen and was popularized in literature and religious texts. The name also appears in the King James Bible, where variations of the name are linked to themes of nobility and virtue.
The name Alesha, as a modern variant, likely emerged in the 20th century, reflecting a trend of creating unique spellings of traditional names. Culturally, the name Alesha, along with its variants, has resonated with themes of nobility and grace, which have contributed to its endurance over the centuries.
The name has been embraced in various cultures, often associated with strength and leadership. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Alee or Ale can be seen as affectionate adaptations, further enriching the name's cultural tapestry.
Overall, Alesha embodies a blend of historical significance and cultural resonance, stemming from its noble origins.
Famous people named Alesha
In this section, you will find notable people named Alesha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Alesha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Alesha Dixon is a singer, songwriter, and television presenter best known for her work with Mis-Teeq, as a judge on Britain's Got Talent, and for her solo album Fired Up.
Alesha Tyler is a model and television personality best known for her appearances on various reality shows and modeling campaigns.
Fictional characters named Alesha
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Alesha is a fictional character from the video game series The Witcher. She is a minor character who plays a role in the lore surrounding the world of Geralt of Rivia.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alesha was first seen in the United States in 1959.
Alesha has ranked as high as #1248 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Michigan, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Alesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alesha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alesha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alesha.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2024 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 2022 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 2021 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 2020 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2018 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2017 | 36 | 0 | 36 |
| 2016 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 2015 | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| 2014 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 2013 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2012 | 43 | 0 | 43 |
| 2011 | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| 2010 | 53 | 0 | 53 |
| 2009 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 2008 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 2007 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 2006 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 2005 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 2004 | 92 | 0 | 92 |
| 2003 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 2002 | 98 | 0 | 98 |
| 2001 | 114 | 0 | 114 |
| 2000 | 121 | 0 | 121 |
| 1999 | 121 | 0 | 121 |
| 1998 | 153 | 0 | 153 |
| 1997 | 171 | 0 | 171 |
| 1996 | 201 | 0 | 201 |
| 1995 | 207 | 0 | 207 |
| 1994 | 258 | 0 | 258 |
| 1993 | 256 | 0 | 256 |
| 1992 | 261 | 0 | 261 |
| 1991 | 298 | 0 | 298 |
| 1990 | 306 | 0 | 306 |
| 1989 | 304 | 6 | 298 |
| 1988 | 285 | 0 | 285 |
| 1987 | 265 | 0 | 265 |
| 1986 | 231 | 0 | 231 |
| 1985 | 244 | 0 | 244 |
| 1984 | 282 | 0 | 282 |
| 1983 | 244 | 0 | 244 |
| 1982 | 220 | 0 | 220 |
| 1981 | 208 | 0 | 208 |
| 1980 | 239 | 0 | 239 |
| 1979 | 230 | 0 | 230 |
| 1978 | 151 | 0 | 151 |
| 1977 | 151 | 0 | 151 |
| 1976 | 127 | 0 | 127 |
| 1975 | 142 | 0 | 142 |
| 1974 | 97 | 0 | 97 |
| 1973 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 1972 | 80 | 0 | 80 |
| 1971 | 73 | 0 | 73 |
| 1970 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 1969 | 56 | 0 | 56 |
| 1968 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1967 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1966 | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| 1965 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1964 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1963 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1962 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1961 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1959 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Alesha (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |