Aelia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-lee-uh / /ˈeɪ.li.ə/Latin; Greek
Meaning
sunshine (Latin); of the sun (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
Aelia is derived from the Latin word 'aelius,' which is associated with the sun. In ancient Rome, the name was used by notable families, including the Aelii. The Greek variant relates to the sun, reflecting the importance of solar deities in Greek mythology. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often linked to nobility and early Christian saints.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Aeliana
- Aelita
International Variants
- Aélia (French)
- Aelia (Italian)
- Aélia (Portuguese)
Famous people named Aelia
Aelia Capitolina — Roman city.
Aelia Eudocia — Byzantine empress.
Aelia Pulcheria — Byzantine empress.
Fictional characters named Aelia
Aelia — 'The Last Guardian'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aelia was first seen in the United States in 2016. Aelia has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Aelia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aelia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 21 |