Allice Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AL-iss //ˈæl.ɪs//
Origin: English; variation of Alice
Meaning: Noble; truthful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Allice is a variant of Alice, which has its roots in the Old French name Aalis, a diminutive of Adelais. Adelais itself derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of the elements "adal," meaning "noble," and "heid," meaning "kind" or "type." The name entered the English language through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when French influence permeated English culture and language.
The earliest recorded use of Alice in English dates back to the 12th century, and it gained further prominence through literary works, notably Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" published in 1865, which solidified the name's association with whimsy and imagination. Throughout history, the name Alice has been borne by various notable figures, including queens and saints.
One of the most significant historical figures is Saint Alice of Schaerbeek, a 13th-century Belgian saint known for her piety and charitable works. The name also appears in medieval texts and literature, contributing to its cultural resonance.
The popularity of Alice in royal circles, particularly in England, further enhanced its status, with several queens and noblewomen adopting the name. Culturally, Alice has been associated with themes of nobility and virtue, reflecting its etymological roots.
The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its literary connections and the positive connotations of nobility and kindness. Variants like Allice, while less common, still carry the same historical weight and cultural significance, showcasing the name's adaptability and continued relevance across different eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Allice was first seen in the United States in 1884.
Allice has ranked as high as #4792 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Allice has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Allice 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 Allice 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 Allice.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 | 8 |
| 1931 | 5 | 5 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 6 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 | 9 |
| 1926 | 8 | 8 |
| 1925 | 12 | 12 |
| 1924 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 | 7 |
| 1921 | 9 | 9 |
| 1920 | 7 | 7 |
| 1919 | 9 | 9 |
| 1918 | 8 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 | 6 |
| 1905 | 5 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 | 8 |
| 1888 | 6 | 6 |
| 1884 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Allice
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.
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