Aelita
Meaning of Aelita
Aelita is a unique and enchanting name of Russian origin, pronounced as ay-LEE-tuh. The name has an ethereal quality, perhaps due to its association with the 1923 Russian science fiction novel "Aelita" by Alexei Tolstoy, which tells the story of a beautiful Martian queen. This literary connection gives Aelita a timeless and otherworldly charm. Variations of the name include Alyta, offering a slightly different but equally captivating option. While Aelita remains relatively rare in the United States, its usage has seen modest fluctuations over recent years, reflecting its appeal to parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughters. With occurrences ranging from six to fifteen newborns annually over the past decade, Aelita stands out as an elegant choice that combines cultural richness with a sense of adventure.
Pronunciation
Russian
- Pronunced as ay-LEE-tuh (/aɪˈliːtə/)
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Notable People Named Aelita
| Aelita Vyacheslavovna Yurchenko is a retired Ukrainian sprinter who specialized in the 400 meters and represented the Soviet Union and Ukraine at multiple World Championships. |
