Alice
al-is
US Popularity:183
Origin:German
Meaning:Noble, exalted
Alice is a classic feminine name of German origin. It acts as a short version of the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning "noble" and "exalted." Popularized by Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, Alice hit the naming charts at the turn of the 20th century and has remained a beloved contender ever since. An everlasting darling heroine, Alice was also picked as a baby name by Tina Fey in 2005 and Theodore Roosevelt in the 19th century. The name Alice has touched hearts throughout history but now it’s loved enough that parents are straining against societal norms! While Alice is still primarily given to girls, this gorgeous moniker can double up as a boy name, too.
Famous People Named Alice
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- AliceQueen Victoria and Prince Albert
- Alice EveTV Actress
- Alice KrigeActress
- Alice MarbleTennis Player
- Alice WalkerNovelist, Poet
- Alice Zenobia RichmondDaughter of Tina Fey
Common Nicknames for Alice
Love the name Alice, but want to make it extra special? Here are super-cool nicknames for baby. You’ll have tons of fun finding the one that fits your sweet kiddo just right!
How Popular Is The Name Alice?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Alice is currently #102 on The Bump
Girl:Alice is currently #70 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Alice is currently #183 in U.S. births
Girl:Alice is currently #65 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#65
in 2023
- 1
from 2022
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Alice, August 2023
Dictionary.com, Alice
Theodore Roosevelt Center at Dickinson State University, Alice Roosevelt Longworth
IMDb [Tina Fey (I) (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/?ref_=nws_nwr_hd)
TIME, The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
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