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Alessi

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Pronounced a-LEH-see /a.ˈlΙ›.si/Medium

Meaning: HelperMedium

In 30 seconds: Alessi is a Piedmontese name meaning 'helper', tied to the northern Italian form of the Alexis family.
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Origin MediumPiedmontese, Lombard
MeaningHelper
U.S. rank (2024)#1974 β†˜ Falling
2024 U.S. births99 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 571

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202120082024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

In the Piedmont region of Italy the name carries the sense of 'helper' or 'defender'. It sits within the broader Alexander and Alexis group, all of which share that idea of one who comes to aid. As a given name for a girl it stays fairly rare, keeping a distinctly regional Italian flavor.

The double-s and the bright '-i' ending give it an airy, melodic quality typical of Italian names. Many will also recognize Alessi as a famed Italian design house, which lends the name a stylish, modern association.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Alessi is 'helper', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
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Alessiaβ€” The fuller Italian feminine form of the same name
Alessandraβ€” Italian relative built on the same defending-helper root
Alexaβ€” Shares the Alex- root meaning helper of people
Alessioβ€” The Italian masculine counterpart with the same meaning

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Alessi mean?

Alessi is usually explained as meaning 'helper' and is most often linked with Piedmontese tradition.

How do you pronounce Alessi?

It's commonly said a-LEH-see /a.ˈlΙ›.si/.

Is Alessi a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Alessi is used as a girl name.

How popular is Alessi?

In 2024, Alessi ranked #1974 in the U.S. for girls, with 99 births recorded.