Alice
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/ˈælɪs/
female name
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Alice' originates from Old French, specifically the name 'Aalis', a short form of 'Adelais', which was a variant of 'Adelaide'.
Historical Evolution
'Aalis' transformed into the English name 'Alice' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used as a given name, and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a female given name, derived from the Old French name 'Aalis', a short form of 'Adelais', which is a variant of 'Adelaide'.
Alice in Wonderland is a famous children's book.
Last updated: 2025/07/09 18:18