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Alicia
uh-LEE-see-uh
Alicia (name) means a female given name, a Latinised form of Alice. Example: “Alicia moved to Madrid for university.”
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A female given name, a Latinised form of Alice.
"Alicia moved to Madrid for university."
How to use Alicia
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA variant of the name Alice, common in Spanish and English.
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Etymology
A Latinization of Alice, which itself comes from Old French Adelais, from Germanic Adalheid.
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What does “Alicia” mean?
The word “Alicia” means a female given name, a Latinised form of Alice. In plain terms, a variant of the name Alice, common in Spanish and English.
How do you pronounce “Alicia”?
“Alicia” is pronounced uh-LEE-see-uh (/əˈliːʃə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Alicia” in a sentence?
Here is “Alicia” used in a sentence: “Alicia moved to Madrid for university.”
What part of speech is “Alicia”?
“Alicia” is a name.
Is “Alicia” a common word?
“Alicia” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is "Alicia" the same name as "Alice"?
"Alicia" is a Latinised form of "Alice," so the two names are closely related but not identical in spelling or pronunciation. Both are used as female given names, with "Alicia" being more common in Spanish-, Italian-, and Portuguese-speaking traditions.
What are common variants of the name "Alicia"?
Common variants and related forms include Alice, Alicja, and Alisha, all stemming from the same underlying name root. The choice of spelling often reflects regional or linguistic naming conventions.
Is "Alicia" pronounced the same in every language?
Pronunciation of "Alicia" can vary by language and region, with differences in stress and vowel sounds between English, Spanish, and Italian usage. This is typical for given names that have been adapted across multiple linguistic traditions.
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