Alethea
girl name#3028 in 2025Alethea entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #522 in 1973, ranks #3028 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1892–2025
#3028
rank today
#522
peak (1973)
54
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1524 |
| 1900s | #1715 |
| 1910s | #1793 |
| 1920s | #2040 |
| 1930s | #2774 |
| 1940s | #2277 |
| 1950s | #1495 |
| 1960s | #1376 |
| 1970s | #1179 |
| 1980s | #2150 |
| 1990s | #3915 |
| 2000s | #4510 |
| 2010s | #4221 |
| 2020s | #2562 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alethea has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 4,200 people named Alethea are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alethea alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alethea in 2025?
- Alethea ranks #3028 among US girl names in 2025, with 54 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alethea most popular?
- Alethea peaked in 1973, reaching #522 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alethea with classmates?
- Alethea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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