Alaira Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LAIR-ah / /əˈlɛɪrə/Latin; Arabic
Meaning
light; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
In Latin, Alaira is derived from 'ala', meaning 'wing', symbolizing lightness and freedom. The Arabic connection suggests a meaning related to nobility and high status, often associated with grace. Both origins reflect positive attributes, making the name appealing across cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alara
- Alayra
International Variants
- Alaira (Spanish)
- Alara (Turkish)
Famous people named Alaira
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Fictional characters named Alaira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alaira was first seen in the United States in 2000. Alaira has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Alaira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alaira
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |