Alessia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LESS-ee-ah / əˈlɛs.i.əItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: defender; Latin: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Alessia is a feminine form of the name Alessio, which is derived from the Greek name Alexios. It has gained popularity in Italy and other countries in recent decades. The name is often associated with strength and protection due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Alessia has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alesia
- Alessandra
International Variants
- Alesya (Russian)
- Alessia (Italian)
- Alesia (Slavic)
Famous people named Alessia
Alessia Cara is a Canadian singer and songwriter known for her hit songs and Grammy Award-winning album.
Alessia Marcuzzi is an Italian television presenter and actress recognized for her work in Italian media.
Alessia Gammarota is an Italian artist known for her contemporary art installations.
Alessia Russo is an English footballer who has gained attention for her performances in women's football.
Fictional characters named Alessia
Alessia is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' who plays a role in the game's narrative.
Alessia is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of 'The Witcher' series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alessia was first seen in the United States in 1967. Alessia has ranked as high as #521 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Alessia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alessia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 173 | |
| CA | 135 | |
| FL | 124 | |
| NY | 110 | |
| NJ | 93 | |
| IL | 48 | |
| AZ | 40 | |
| VA | 37 | |
| CT | 28 | |
| PA | 28 | |
| NC | 24 | |
| MD | 23 | |
| MA | 22 | |
| GA | 22 | |
| CO | 19 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 35 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 56 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 94 |
| 2001 | 91 |
| 2002 | 89 |
| 2003 | 99 |
| 2004 | 109 |
| 2005 | 102 |
| 2006 | 139 |
| 2007 | 160 |
| 2008 | 150 |
| 2009 | 173 |
| 2010 | 159 |
| 2011 | 169 |
| 2012 | 170 |
| 2013 | 197 |
| 2014 | 200 |
| 2015 | 215 |
| 2016 | 345 |
| 2017 | 473 |
| 2018 | 533 |
| 2019 | 618 |
| 2020 | 602 |
| 2021 | 717 |
| 2022 | 899 |
| 2023 | 1,023 |
| 2024 | 1,121 |