Alaila Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LIE-lah / /əˈlaɪlə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
night; God is my light
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Alaila means 'night,' often associated with beauty and tranquility. In Hebrew, it can be interpreted as 'God is my light,' reflecting a spiritual significance. The name has roots in various cultures, often symbolizing illumination and serenity. It is used in different contexts, highlighting its versatility across languages.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alayla
- Alaia
- Alaila
International Variants
- Alaïa (Basque)
- Alayla (Arabic)
Famous people named Alaila
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Fictional characters named Alaila
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alaila was first seen in the United States in 1994. Alaila has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Alaila has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alaila (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 23 |