Girl · 539th of 30,306
Alessia
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
9,238
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
1,121
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alessia stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Alessia is an Italian name derived from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender.' It evolved through various forms, including Alexandra and Alessandra. The name is modern and stylish, often associated with creativity, and has gained popularity in recent decades. Alessia does not have a biblical background, and notable people with this name include Alessia Cara and Alessia Marcuzzi.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/aˈlɛs.ja/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Alessia is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men.' It is a feminine form that has evolved in Italian usage.
Meaning
defender
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexandra (Latin), Alessandra (Italian), Alessia (Italian)
Historical Usage
Alessia gained popularity in Italy during the late 20th century and has since spread to other countries, becoming a common name.
Variants & Derivatives
Alessandra, Alexandra, Lessie
Modern Popularity & Image
Alessia is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with creativity and elegance.
Famous People
Alessia Cara - Canadian singer and songwriter, Alessia Marcuzzi - Italian television presenter
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,121 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 14 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4032nd of 27321 | 376 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1703rd of 35406 | 1,881 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 539th of 30306 | 6,943 |