Aletta
Aletta: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Aletta
- A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
From a Middle Low German diminutive form of Adelheid, related to English Adelaide and Alice.
How popular is Aletta?
Since 1880, 1,111 girls in the U.S. have been named Aletta. Its highest rank for girls was #1165 in 1935. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Aletta FAQ
What does the name Aletta mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages. From a Middle Low German diminutive form of Adelheid, related to English Adelaide and Alice.
What is the origin of the name Aletta?
Aletta is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Aletta?
Since 1880, 1,111 girls in the U.S. have been named Aletta. Its highest rank for girls was #1165 in 1935. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Aletta a boy or girl name?
Aletta is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,111 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.