Alaysha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alaysha is a modern English name derived from Alicia, which has roots in the Old German name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind'. It evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is associated with contemporary uniqueness and has seen use among notable individuals.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alaysha"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪʃə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Alaysha is a modern variation of the name Alicia, which itself is derived from the Old German name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble type'.
Meaning
noble kind
Language Evolution
Alicia, Adalheidis, Alice
Historical Usage
Alaysha emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Alicia.
Variants & Derivatives
Alicia, Alysha, Aleisha
Modern Popularity & Image
Alaysha is often perceived as a contemporary and unique name, appealing to parents looking for modern variations of traditional names.
Famous People
Alaysha Johnson (an emerging artist), Alaysha Moore (a notable athlete)
📊 Alaysha Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 109 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alaysha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alaysha"
"Alaysha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7773rd of 27321 | 146 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2413th of 35406 | 1,153 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3614th of 30306 | 518 |
Regional Popularity of "Alaysha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alaysha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.39% 2767th/4582 |
57.77% 2983rd/5164 |
26.95% 1971st/7313 |
58.72% 4382nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
41.88% 1879th/4487 |
57.99% 3956th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alaysha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alaysha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Alaysha" in the United States
The name Alaysha is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alaysha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alaysha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7773rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2413th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3614th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alaysha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.