Alessia
Meaning: Defender, helper
Origin: Italian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Finland: #1006
Total: 166
History: Alessia reflects Finland's unique Finno-Ugric naming heritage, distinct from its Scandinavian neighbours and rooted in one of Europe's most ancient language families.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2020) | #330 |
| Babies named Alessia in 2020 | 162 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 557 |
| Peak year | 2010 (216 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #330 |
| Years in records | 1980–2020 (5 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Alessia
What does the name Alessia mean?
Alessia means “Defender, helper” from Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Alessia?
Alessia has Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “Defender, helper”.
How popular is Alessia in Finland?
Alessia ranked #330 in Finland in 2020 — given to 162 babies that year.
When was Alessia most popular?
Alessia peaked in 2010 with 216 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Alessia a boy or girl name?
Alessia is predominantly a girls' name in Finland — over 90% of Alessias in registered births are female.
How long has Alessia been recorded in Finland?
Alessia appears in birth records in Finland across 5 years — from 1980 through 2020.