Norman form of the Germanic name Alia, which was a short form of names containing the Germanic element alja meaning "other". It was introduced to England by the Normans and used until the 14th century, and it was later revived in the 19th century. A famous bearer was the American singer Ella Fitzgerald (1917-1996).
Usage: English
Name day: February 1st: France February 10th: Estonia February 13th: Hungary February 19th: Sweden March 7th: Latvia