Alaye Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LAH-yeh / /ɑːˈlaɪ.eɪ/African; Yoruba
Meaning
wealthy; one who brings wealth
Historical & Cultural Background
In African cultures, particularly among the Yoruba people of Nigeria, names often carry significant meanings related to personal attributes or family aspirations. The name Alaye reflects a cultural emphasis on prosperity and success. In Yoruba tradition, names are often chosen to reflect the circumstances of a child's birth or the hopes of the parents.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alayeo
- Alai
International Variants
- Alai (Spanish)
- Alaye (Yoruba)
Famous people named Alaye
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Fictional characters named Alaye
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alaye was first seen in the United States in 1997. Alaye has ranked as high as #1253 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Alaye has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alaye
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1997 | 6 |
2002 | 5 |