girl name · Germanic origin
Alice
/ AL-iss /
Meaning
Alice means Noble (Germanic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
AL-iss
Popularity
#65 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Alice in the US, 1880–2025
Alice first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1921, when 11,955 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,547.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Alice mean?
From the Germanic Adalheidis (Adelaide), “noble” or “of noble kind.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alice mean?
Alice means Noble. From the Germanic Adalheidis (Adelaide), “noble” or “of noble kind.”
What is the origin of the name Alice?
Alice is of Germanic origin.
How do you pronounce Alice?
Alice is pronounced “AL-iss.”
Is Alice a boy or a girl name?
Alice is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Alice?
In 2025, Alice ranked #65 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Alice most popular?
Alice was most popular in 1921, when about 11,955 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.