Alice, derived from the Germanic Adelheid, meaning 'noble' and 'kind', is a charming and timeless name of English origin. It first gained popularity during the Middle Ages but was significantly boosted by Lewis Carroll's beloved character, Alice, in his 1865 novel 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. This whimsical tale has made Alice synonymous with curiosity, imagination, and adventure.
Based on these statistics, the name Alice appears to have been quite popular at times but has seen a significant decrease in usage over the years. The peak periods for the name were around the late 1800s and early 1900s, with particularly high numbers of births in 1925 (51 births) and 1930 (51 births). However, after the 1940s, there was a steady decline in the number of babies named Alice. Since the late 20th century, the name has been given to fewer than 10 babies per year on average, with some years having only 5 births. As of the most recent data provided (2022), there were 7 births named Alice, suggesting that while it's not a top choice currently, the name is still being used occasionally.