Alayla Girl

Popularity: #884 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-LAY-lah /əˈleɪlə/

Origin: Arabic; Hebrew; English

Meaning: night; dark; to ascend

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Alayla is believed to have roots in Arabic, deriving from the word "lailah," which means "night." This etymological connection is significant as it reflects the beauty and mystery often associated with the night in various cultures. The transition of the name into English likely occurred through the influence of Arabic on other languages, particularly during the medieval period when Arabic culture and language had a profound impact on Europe through trade, scholarship, and the Crusades.

The name may also be linked to the Hebrew name "Leila," which shares a similar meaning and has been used in various forms across different cultures. Historically, the name Alayla and its variants have appeared in various literary and religious texts.

The concept of night holds considerable importance in many traditions, often symbolizing rest, peace, and contemplation. In Islamic culture, the night is particularly significant, as it is associated with various events in Islamic history, including the Night of Ascension (Isra and Mi'raj) when the Prophet Muhammad is believed to have ascended to heaven.

The name's connection to night also resonates with the biblical tradition, where night is often depicted as a time of divine revelation and reflection. Culturally, names associated with night have been embraced in various forms across different societies, often embodying themes of tranquility and introspection.

The enduring nature of the name Alayla can be attributed to these rich symbolic associations, which have allowed it to resonate across generations. Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Layla" have gained recognition in literature and music, further enriching the cultural tapestry surrounding the name.

Overall, Alayla's etymological roots and historical significance contribute to its lasting appeal in various cultural contexts.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Alayla was first seen in the United States in 1994.

Alayla has ranked as high as #3196 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and Ohio.

In the past 5 years the name Alayla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Alayla is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alayla was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alayla.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 64 64
2024 73 73
2023 63 63
2022 62 62
2021 63 63
2020 83 83
2019 96 96
2018 112 112
2017 117 117
2016 90 90
2015 85 85
2014 87 87
2013 92 92
2012 78 78
2011 81 81
2010 76 76
2009 74 74
2008 70 70
2007 66 66
2006 60 60
2005 34 34
2004 43 43
2003 39 39
2002 18 18
2001 9 9
2000 5 5
1999 7 7
1994 7 7

Top States for Alayla (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 8
33%
CA 6
25%
FL 5
21%
GA 5
21%