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Alys

Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Alys: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2019.

Alys is a medieval variant of Alice, ultimately from the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of elements meaning 'noble' and 'kind'. This spelling was common in Scotland and Wales during the Middle Ages, appearing in historical records such as the Paston Letters, where Alys was a notable 15th-century figure. The name also echoes in Geoffrey Chaucer’s works, though his character is more often known as Alison. Alys shares its etymological root with Adelaide, giving it a subtle royal heritage through names like Princess Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen. Today, Alys offers a classic yet distinctive choice for parents seeking a timeless name with a slightly unconventional spelling, blending medieval charm with modern Scottish familiarity.

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20194 babies
Latest (2019)
#6504 babies
Total births
7since 2002
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2019 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).