Alice
Alice is a girl name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Noble kind”.
| Meaning | Noble kind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | AL-is |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | England, France, Sweden, Italy |
Meaning and origin of Alice
Alice comes from the Old French Aalis, a short form of the Germanic Adalheidis (Adelaide), from adal, 'noble', and heid, 'kind' or 'type'. It was common in medieval England after the Norman Conquest. Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865), inspired by Alice Liddell, gave it lasting fame. The gloss 'truth' is a popular modern misreading.
Is Alice a religious name?
Alice has no specific religious meaning, though it has long been used in Christian families.
How popular is Alice?
A popular classic in Britain, France, Scandinavia and Italy.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alice mean?
Alice means 'Noble kind'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Does Alice have a religious meaning?
Alice has no specific religious meaning, though it has long been used in Christian families.
How do you pronounce Alice?
Alice is pronounced AL-is.
Is Alice a boy or girl name?
Alice is usually a girl name.