How Many People Are Named Alesa?

Complete statistics for the name Alesa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Alesa
Very Rare
Uncertain, likely a variant of names with Greek or Germanic roots

Alesa is a very rare name, barely making it onto the radar. Only 864 people in the US are alive with this name, and it's so uncommon that it's like 1 in 381,913 Americans. It peaked way back in 1963 with 38 births that year.

~864
Living in US
1 in 381,913
Americans
1963
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A variant of Alisa or Alexa, often associated with nobility or truth.
🌐
Origin
Uncertain, likely a variant of names with Greek or Germanic roots
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Warm Intuitive Independent Gentle
11
Life Path Number

The number 11 is a master number in numerology, representing heightened intuition, spiritual insight, and a deep sensitivity to the world around you. People with this life path are often seen as visionary and inspiring, though they may also feel the weight of their own idealism.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

3,498
Worldwide Bearers
#120,054
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
1,167
🇺🇸 United States
1,069
🇮🇷 Iran
309
🇷🇺 Russia
223
🇲🇼 Malawi
169
🇮🇩 Indonesia
82
🇧🇾 Belarus
74
🇵🇭 Philippines
67
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
57
🇳🇬 Nigeria
42

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
864 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 47
181
Would be under 30 (20%)
454
Would be 30–60 (49%)
291
Would be over 60 (31%)

All 926 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1963

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
55
Modern Appeal
45
International
92

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Alesa Through the Generations

The name Alesa has a fascinating journey through American history. With only 926 total births across all time but 864 people still living with it, the gap is quite significant, showing how it's fallen out of favor. The peak year of 1963 had 38 births, which is a stark contrast to today's numbers. The age distribution tells a story too; most people named Alesa are over 60, with 31% of the living population fitting into that category. This decline is part of a broader trend, but what's really striking is how evenly spread the ages are, with 20% under 30 and 49% aged 30-60. It's a name that bridges different eras, from its peak in the mid-20th century to its current status as a rarity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 6
Texas 6
Ohio 5

✨ Similar Names to Alesa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Alesa's Uncertain, likely a variant of names with Greek or Germanic roots roots

📄 About the Name Alesa

How Many People Have the Name Alesa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 864 people in the United States currently share the name Alesa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 381,913 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Alesa a Common or Rare Name?

Alesa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Alesa Mean?

Alesa means "A variant of Alisa or Alexa, often associated with nobility or truth." and comes from Uncertain, likely a variant of names with Greek or Germanic roots origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Alesa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Alesa Most Popular?

The name Alesa reached peak popularity in 1963, with 38 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Alesa?

Approximately 864 people named Alesa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 926. That works out to roughly 1 in 381,913 Americans.

Is Alesa a rare name?

Alesa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 381,913 Americans has this name.

What does the name Alesa mean?

Alesa means "A variant of Alisa or Alexa, often associated with nobility or truth." and comes from Uncertain, likely a variant of names with Greek or Germanic roots origins.

Is Alesa more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alesa are male and 100% are female.

When was Alesa most popular?

Alesa peaked in 1963 with 38 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US864
All-Time Births926
1 in X1 in 381,913
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age47
Peak Year1963
World Rank#120,054
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.