Noble, exalted
Alishia is a modern phonetic variant of Alicia, which ultimately derives from the Germanic name Adelaide. It carries the meaning of nobility and high status, though this specific spelling became more popular in the late 20th century as a way to emphasize the 'sh' sound.
Less common today
Alishia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,249 in 1990.
British television presenter and journalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
