Meaning, origin, history
Alice is a feminine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Germanic word "adali" which means "noble". The name was popularized by Lewis Carroll's novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland", published in 1865. In the story, Alice is a young girl who falls down a rabbit hole into a fantastical world. Despite its association with the novel, the name predates it and has been used throughout history. Notable people named Alice include the English princess Alice of Battenberg (1885-1969), the French writer Alice Ferney (born 1950), and the Australian actress Alice Eve (born 1978).
In numbers
Popularity of the name Alice since 1880
Total births
581,028
Total since 1880
Peak year
1921
11,955 births
in 2023
3,336
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+23%
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vs previous 5 years