Find out how popular the first name Alecha has been for the last 1 years (from 1974 to 1974) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alecha by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Alecha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1974, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Alecha.

The history of the first name Alecha

The name Alecha has its origins in the ancient Hebrew language. It is a variation of the name Alekha, which means "thy way" or "thy path" in Hebrew. The name dates back to biblical times and can be found in some early Jewish texts and scriptures.

Alecha is believed to have been derived from the Hebrew word "halakh" which means "to walk" or "to go". The name was likely given to children with the hope that they would walk in the path of righteousness and follow the teachings of their faith.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alecha can be found in the Book of Nehemiah, an ancient Jewish text written around the 5th century BCE. In this text, Alecha is mentioned as the name of a woman who was among the exiles returning to Jerusalem from Babylon.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Alecha. One of the earliest was Alecha ben Abuyah, a Jewish scholar who lived in the 2nd century CE. He was known for his vast knowledge of the Torah and his teachings on Jewish law.

In the 12th century, Alecha of Worms was a prominent Jewish scholar and poet who lived in the German city of Worms. He is best known for his work "Sefer ha-Yashar", a commentary on the Torah.

Another notable Alecha was Alecha of Verona, an Italian Jewish scholar who lived in the 15th century. He was known for his expertise in the Talmud and his contributions to the study of Jewish law.

In the 16th century, Alecha Delmedigo was a Jewish philosopher and mathematician who was born in Crete. He was known for his work on the intersection of religion and science, and his efforts to reconcile the teachings of Judaism with the scientific discoveries of his time.

Finally, in the 18th century, Alecha Azriel was a Jewish mystic and kabbalist who lived in Poland. He was known for his teachings on the Kabbalah and his efforts to promote the study of Jewish mysticism.

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