Alicea

“Latin”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13538US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

1.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 195400

What does Alicea mean and where does it come from?

Alicea is a variant of the name Alice, which comes from the Old French name Aalis, a diminutive of Adelais, itself derived from the Germanic name Adalhaid. The name became popular in the English-speaking world due to authors such as Lewis Carroll's character Alice in 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderlan

Cultural significance

Alicea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #2825 in 1984 — currently #13538 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Alicea?

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

Alicea Grace

How popular is Alicea right now?

Rising fast — up 1879 spots — currently #13538 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#13538 · Top 10.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13538	6	▲ up 1879 · +20% births
2022	#15417	5	▼ down 1858 · -17% births
2021	#13559	6	▼ down 4549 · -50% births
2015	#9010	12	▼ down 2324 · -37% births
2010	#6686	19	▼ down 2725 · -47% births
2005	#3961	36	▲ up 48 · +16% births
2000	#4009	31	▲ up 255 · +29% births
1995	#4264	24	▲ up 323 · +14% births
1990	#4587	21	▼ down 803 · -5% births
1985	#3784	22	▼ down 746 · -24% births
1980	#3038	29	▲ up 2703 · +190% births
1975	#5741	10	▼ down 2826 · -58% births
1970	#2915	24	▲ up 776 · +85% births
1965	#3691	13	▲ up 1027 · +63% births
1955	#4718	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Alicea

Best Year1970Rank #2915

Peak Count36

Average Rank#6595

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202315 years

The story of Alicea

Alicea entered American naming records in 1954 and has been in use for over 70 years. With 1,163 total births recorded, Alicea remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4718 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13538 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Alicea in 1984:

Jennifer Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah

Alicea by decade

Alicea peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	23
1960s	55
1970s	156
1980s	249
1990s	251
2000s ★	299
2010s	130

💎With 1,163 total births, Alicea is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Alicea?

Common

AliAlAlieAlyIcea

What names sound and feel like Alicea?

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

Alecea

American · Defender

Alizea

Spain · Alicia, a form

Alinea

Latin · a line

Alivea

America · full of life

Alyzea

American · English

Alazea

American · a place of

Alanea

American · A form of

Alcea

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Alicea

What does the name Alicea mean?

Alicea means "Latin" — a name rooted in American 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 Alicea?

Alicea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Alicea?

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

What sibling names go well with Alicea?

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

Is Alicea a common or rare name?

Alicea is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.