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Origin: German

Meaning: Seated on the Ill; Inhabitant of the other; Foreign domain

Alsace is a feminine appellation stemming from Alsace-Lorraine in France. This beautiful region has a Germanic and Latinized name that translates to “seated on the Ill,” a river in Strasbourg, “inhabitant of the other” in relation to the River Rhine, and more simply, “foreign domain.” Rich in culture, Alsace-Lorraine has endured much of Europe’s colorful history, pivoting between French and German ownership over the centuries. A place-inspired name you’re unlikely to find in the wild, baby can stand out on the playground with a unique choice like Alsace.