Alicia
noble, of noble kind (Old High German via Spanish)
Alicia is a spanish / english girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 113, with 55,831 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
noble, of noble kind (Old High German via Spanish)
Alicia derives from the Old High German name Adalheidis via Old French and Medieval Latin. In the Philippines, it is a well-established traditional Hispanic name that transitioned into general Filipino usage across several generations, often perceived as classic and graceful.
Alicia is a Latinized form of Alice, derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis meaning 'noble type' or 'noble sort'. It entered the Philippines primarily through Spanish colonial influence, though its usage has been reinforced by English familiarity.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to 'Alice', 'Licia', or traditional diminutive 'Lising'. Often appears as a standalone first name or paired in traditional compound names such as Maria Alicia.
Related forms
- Alice English
- Alice French
- Alice Italian
- Adelheid German
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Alicia with common surname pairs
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How do I use Alicia with two Filipino surnames?
Alicia is the given name. The full name is Alicia + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Alicia a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Alicia is number 113, with 55,831 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.