Pronunciation: [ˈalɪs djˈʊ͡əɹand] (IPA) 
The spelling of "Alice Durand" can be explained through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). "Alice" is pronounced as /ælɪs/, with the initial sound being the "a" sound in "cat". "Durand" is pronounced as /dʊˈrænd/, with the initial sound being the "d" sound in "day" and the second syllable having the same vowel sound as "run". Knowing the IPA symbols can help one accurately spell and pronounce words.
The name "Alice Durand" does not have a specific etymology as it is a combination of two common given names and a surname.
The name "Alice" originated from the Old French name "Aalis" or "Adelais", which were derived from the Germanic name "Adalheidis" meaning "noble" and "kind". "Alice" became widely popular in English-speaking countries after Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" was published in the 19th century.
The surname "Durand" has its roots in various French-speaking regions and is derived from the Old French word "durant" meaning "enduring" or "steadfast". It was commonly used as a family name in France and has spread to other parts of the world.
