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Alys
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Pronounced AL-iss /ˈæl.ɪs/High
Meaning: Welsh/medieval spelling of Alice — from Germanic adal, 'noble'Medium
In 30 seconds: Noble and crisp: Alys spells Alice — 'noble' — in a Welsh, medieval style. Soft, classic, and warm.
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MeaningWelsh/medieval spelling of Alice — from Germanic adal, 'noble'
U.S. rank (2025)#4885 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1920
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,359
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
Alys is a Welsh and medieval spelling of Alice — from Germanic adal, 'noble' (via Old French Aalis). A soft, crisp, classic name; the -ys styling gives it a vintage-cool edge.
It registers thinly beside Alice. Rare, noble at the root, and classic.
Did you know? Alice comes from Germanic adal, 'noble' — Alys is a Welsh and medieval spelling (a vintage-cool sister to Alis); soft and classic.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name — Alice — root etymology
Variations
AliceAlisAlyce
Nicknames
Ali
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Alys mean?
Alys spells Alice — Germanic 'noble'.
How do you pronounce Alys?
It's said AL-iss /ˈæl.ɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Alys a boy or girl name?
Alys is a girl's name.
How popular is Alys?
Alys is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Alice is more common.