Jalayah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-LAY-ah / /dʒəˈleɪə/American; Arabic
Meaning
American: joyful; Arabic: to ascend
Historical & Cultural Background
In American culture, Jalayah is often seen as a modern name that reflects creativity and individuality. In Arabic, the name relates to the concept of rising or ascending, which can symbolize growth and ambition.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jalaya
- Jalayah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jalayah was first seen in the United States in 1994. Jalayah has ranked as high as #1238 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, Georgia, South Carolina, and California. In the past 5 years the name Jalayah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jalayah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 12 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| SC | 8 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 68 |
| 2010 | 75 |
| 2011 | 92 |
| 2012 | 114 |
| 2013 | 125 |
| 2014 | 115 |
| 2015 | 117 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 99 |
| 2018 | 107 |
| 2019 | 140 |
| 2020 | 139 |
| 2021 | 142 |
| 2022 | 155 |
| 2023 | 145 |
| 2024 | 115 |