Aelita

“the name is often associated with the idea of 'light' or 'winged'.”

Russia origin · popularized by the science fiction film 'Aelita: Queen of Mars' from 1924

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11191US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

52All-time births

📅 Since 200600

How to pronounce Aelita

AY·LEE·tuh

/ˈeɪ.ˈliː.tə/ · stress on AY · 3 syllables

“the name is often associated with the idea of 'light' or 'winged'.”

Russia origin · Girl name

What does Aelita mean and where does it come from?

Aelita (Russian: Аэли́та) was popularized by the science fiction film 'Aelita: Queen of Mars' from 1924. The name is often seen as avant-garde and has been used in various forms of media. It gained a niche popularity in Russia and some Eastern European countries. Notable fictional character Aelita f

Cultural significance

Aelita has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the name is often associated with the idea of 'light' or 'winged'..

Peak popularity

Reached #8989 in 2018 — currently #11191 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aelita?

Aelita works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Aelita Grace

How popular is Aelita right now?

Falling — down 3903 spots — currently #11191 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#11191 · Top 8.3%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11191	8	▼ down 3903 · -47% births
2022	#7288	15	▲ up 1689 · +36% births
2021	#8977	11	▲ up 7390 · +120% births
2020	#16367	5	▼ down 586 · -17% births
2015	#15781	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aelita

Best Year2022Rank #7288

Peak Count15

Average Rank#11921

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Aelita

Aelita is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 52 total births recorded, Aelita remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15781 in 2015 to #11191 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Aelita in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Aelita by decade

Aelita peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	6
2010s ★	41
2020s	5

💎Aelita has only 52 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aelita?

Common

AelAelieAelyIta

What names sound and feel like Aelita?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aelita also consider these

American · God's promise

Common questions about the name Aelita

What does the name Aelita mean?

Aelita means "the name is often associated with the idea of 'light' or 'winged'." — a name rooted in Russia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Aelita?

Aelita is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aelita have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Aelita?

Aelita originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Aelita?

Aelita is a three-syllable name pronounced EY1 L IY1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Aelita?

Aelita pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Russia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.