Aelita is an unusual and striking given name of Slavic origin, particularly popular in Russia and other Eastern European countries. It translates to 'eagle' in Russian, reflecting its strong and noble meaning. The name is often used for female children born into families seeking a distinctive moniker with deep cultural roots. Aelita's popularity can be attributed to its unique sound, its association with the historic Slavic culture, and perhaps its connection to the science fiction novel "Aelita" by Alexey N. Tolstoy, which was adapted into a film in 1924.
The name Aelita experienced a notable increase in popularity from 2017 onwards, with the highest number of births recorded in 2022 at 15. However, it also had periods of decline, notably between 2006 and 2013 when there were only 6 births each year. Overall, there have been a total of 87 births with this name since 2006.