Jalice Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAH-liss //ˈdʒæ.lɪs//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: a variant of Alice; French: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jalice is believed to be a variant of the name Alice, which has its roots in the Old French name Aalis, a diminutive of Adelais, itself derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis. The components of Adalheidis are 'adal,' meaning 'noble,' and 'heid,' meaning 'kind' or 'type.' This etymological journey traces back to the early medieval period, where the name began to gain prominence in various forms across Europe, particularly in France and England.
The name Alice became widely recognized in the English-speaking world following the publication of Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" in the 19th century, although the name itself had been in use since the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century. Throughout history, the name Alice has been associated with several notable figures, including Queen Alice of England, who was the daughter of King Henry III and lived during the 13th century.
The name also appears in various literary works and religious texts, contributing to its cultural significance. The name Jalice, as a derivative, may not have the same historical weight but reflects the linguistic evolution and adaptation of names over time.
The use of variations and diminutives has been a common practice in many cultures, allowing names to evolve while retaining their original meanings. Culturally, names like Jalice carry connotations of nobility and kindness, echoing the meanings embedded in their Germanic roots.
The enduring appeal of names derived from Alice can be attributed to their association with positive traits and their presence in significant historical and literary contexts. While Jalice may not have the same widespread recognition as its parent name, it exemplifies the rich tapestry of name evolution and the ways in which language and culture intersect.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jalice was first seen in the United States in 1998.
Jalice has ranked as high as #1393 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jalice has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jalice 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 Jalice was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jalice
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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 Jalice.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |