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Alicent

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Pronounced AL-ih-sənt /ˈæl.ɪ.sənt/High

Meaning: Medieval form related to Alice/Adelais — from Germanic adal, 'noble', plus a -sind/-sent element, 'path/strength'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Noble and storied: Alicent is a medieval Alice-relative — 'noble strength'. Regal, elegant, and warm (House of the Dragon's Alicent).
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Origin MediumGerman
MeaningMedieval form related to Alice/Adelais — from Germanic adal, 'noble', plus a -sind/-sent element, 'path/strength'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#7504 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 54

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420232025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Alicent is a medieval name related to Alice and Adelais — from Germanic adal, 'noble', plus a -sind/-sent element, variously 'path' or 'strength' (routes layered, which we note). A regal, elegant historical revival (House of the Dragon's Alicent Hightower).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, noble-strength at the (likely) root, and regal.

Did you know? Alicent is a medieval name related to Alice/Adelais (Germanic adal, 'noble') — newly familiar from House of the Dragon's Alicent Hightower; regal and elegant.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Alicent — routes layered

Variations

AliceAdelaisAlesone

Nicknames

Allie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Alicent mean?

Alicent relates to Alice/Adelais — Germanic 'noble' plus a 'strength/path' element; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Alicent?

It's said AL-ih-sənt /ˈæl.ɪ.sənt/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Alicent a boy or girl name?

Alicent is a girl's name.

How popular is Alicent?

Alicent is a rare, recently revived name in the U.S.

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