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Alis

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Pronounced AL-iss /ˈæl.ɪs/High

Meaning: Welsh (and Latina) spelling of Alice — from Germanic adal, 'noble'Medium

In 30 seconds: Noble and crisp: Alis spells Alice — 'noble' — in Welsh and Latina style. Soft, classic, and warm.

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Origin MediumGerman, Welsh

MeaningWelsh (and Latina) spelling of Alice — from Germanic adal, 'noble'

U.S. rank (2025)#4174 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 510

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Alis is a Welsh and Latina spelling of Alice — from Germanic adal, 'noble' (via the Old French Aalis). A soft, crisp, classic name across Wales and Latin America; the spelling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Alice. Rare, noble at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Alice comes from Germanic adal, 'noble' — Alis is the Welsh (and Latina) spelling; soft and classic.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Alice — root etymology

Variations

AliceAlysAlyce

Nicknames

Ali

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If you like Alis…

Alice— the standard spelling

Alys— a fellow Welsh spelling

Alyce— a companion spelling

Alicia— an Alice elaboration

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Alis mean?

Alis spells Alice — Germanic 'noble'.

How do you pronounce Alis?

It's said AL-iss /ˈæl.ɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Alis a boy or girl name?

Alis is a girl's name.

How popular is Alis?

Alis is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Alice is more common.