Aletta

Meaning of Aletta

Aletta (uh-LET-uh) unfolds as a name of intriguing duality, weaving Old High German adal (“noble”) with Greek aletheia (“truth”) into a harmonious tapestry of integrity and grace. In the United States, its trajectory has been more steady flame than shooting star: after dipping into the top 350 around the turn of the 20th century, it settled beyond the 500s for much of the past century before nudging back to rank 915 in 2024 (thirty-five births), up from 940 in 2023. Its most illustrious bearer, Dutch physician and suffragist Dr. Aletta Jacobs, lends the name an air of resolute advocacy—a quality that resonates with parents seeking a choice rich in heritage rather than headline appeal. With its gentle cadence and warm undercurrent, Aletta stands as the tortoise in a race of hares: unassuming, yet imbued with a steadfast glow that endures long after the initial flourish.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as uh-LET-uh (/əˈlɛtə/)

• Amelia
• Alena
• Aria
• Alana
• Alina
• Ariella
• Aleah