Alicia

How to say it

əˈliː.ʃə

What it means

A Latinate form of Alice, from the Germanic adal, 'noble.'

Alicia is a Latin-style spelling of Alice, which traces back through the French Aalis to the Germanic adal, 'noble.' It is a staple across Spanish-speaking countries and got extra shine from musician Alicia Keys. Depending on the family it is said uh-LEE-shuh or uh-LISH-uh. Ali and Licia are the shorts.

How to spell Alicia

The standard spelling is Alicia. Common variants include Alicja, Alycia, Alisha, but Alicia is the most widely used form.

Heads-up notes

• Nickname

  Ali, Licia.

• Pronunciation

  uh-LEE-shuh or uh-LISH-uh.

• Pop culture

  Musician Alicia Keys.

Who's worn it

Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.

• Alicia Keys Grammy-winning American singer and pianist

Spelling variants

• Alicja
• Alycia
• Alisha

Names with the same feeling

• Alice Noble
• Alyssa Alyssum flower; rational
• Alana Beautiful, harmony
• Alina Noble, light
• Alessia Defender

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Common questions

What does the name Alicia mean?

A Latinate form of Alice, from the Germanic adal, 'noble.'

What does Alicia mean in Spanish?

In Spanish, Alicia means "Noble." Alicia is a Latin-style spelling of Alice, which traces back through the French Aalis to the Germanic adal, 'noble.' It is a staple across Spanish-speaking countries and got extra shine from musician Alicia Keys. Depending on the family it is said uh-LEE-shuh or uh-LISH-uh. Ali and Licia are the shorts.

How do you pronounce Alicia?

Alicia is pronounced əˈliː.ʃə. Say it as a-LI-cia, with the stress on the "li" syllable.

How do you spell Alicia?

The standard spelling is Alicia. Common spelling variants include Alicja, Alycia, Alisha.

Is Alicia a boy or girl name?

Alicia is traditionally a feminine name.

How popular is the name Alicia?

Alicia ranked #460 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.