Alessia
Alessia first appears in US records in 1967. It peaked in 2024, when 1,122 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 937.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Alessia popular?
Rising Alessia has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 5,302 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,080 | |
| 2000s | 1,206 | |
| 1990s | 422 | |
| 1980s | 140 | |
| 1970s | 20 | |
| 1960s | 9 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Alessia mean?
Alessia is an Italian name meaning “defender,” related to Alexander.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alessia mean?
Alessia means Defender. Alessia is an Italian name meaning “defender,” related to Alexander.
What is the origin of the name Alessia?
Alessia is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Alessia?
Alessia is pronounced “ah-LES-see-ah.”
Is Alessia a boy or a girl name?
Alessia is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Alessia a popular name right now?
Alessia has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Alessia?
In 2025, Alessia ranked #326 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Alessia most popular?
Alessia was most popular in 2024, when about 1,122 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Alessia?
Names similar to Alessia include Francesca, Elisa, Cara, Serena, Capri.
What names go well with Alessia?
Italian names that pair well with Alessia include Luca, Gianna, Aria, Aurora, Beatrice.