Alita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEE-tah / əˈliːtəSpanish; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish: noble; Hebrew: God is my light
Historical & Cultural Background
Alita is often considered a diminutive form of names like Alicia or Alondra in Spanish-speaking cultures. In Hebrew, it can be associated with names that convey light or divinity. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the 21st century, partly due to its use in popular media.
Trend Summary
Alita has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alita
- Alyta
International Variants
- Alita (Spanish)
- Alita (Italian)
Famous people named Alita
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Fictional characters named Alita
Alita from 'Battle Angel Alita' is a cyborg protagonist in a post-apocalyptic world.
Alita from 'Alita: Battle Angel' is a character known for her combat skills and quest for identity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alita was first seen in the United States in 1914. Alita has ranked as high as #1175 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Alita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alita (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 23 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 32 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 35 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 27 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 28 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 28 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 170 |
| 2020 | 181 |
| 2021 | 116 |
| 2022 | 108 |
| 2023 | 112 |
| 2024 | 91 |