noble · Careful consideration · Sensibility
Source: Spanish
Root Word: María is derived from the Latin "Maria", and Alicia is a variant of the Germanic "Adalheidis".
Derived From: Maria comes from the ancient Greek name "Μαρία" and Alicia comes from the German name "Adalheidis".
Meaning: Maria means "star of the sea" or "bitter" and Alicia means "noble"
Popularity History: María is extremely common in Spanish-speaking countries and has been used since the Middle Ages. Alicia has become popular in modern Spanish-speaking countries in recent years.