Alaia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LIE-ah / /əˈlaɪə/Arabic; Basque
Meaning
Arabic: exalted; Basque: joyful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alaia has roots in both Arabic and Basque cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with nobility and high status. In Basque culture, it is linked to joy and happiness. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in recent years.
Trend Summary
Alaia has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alaya
- Alaiya
International Variants
- Alaïa (French)
- Alaia (Spanish)
Famous people named Alaia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alaia was first seen in the United States in 1986. Alaia has ranked as high as #253 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Alaia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alaia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 366 | |
| TX | 331 | |
| FL | 270 | |
| NY | 230 | |
| NJ | 110 | |
| IL | 78 | |
| PA | 76 | |
| AZ | 65 | |
| NC | 64 | |
| GA | 63 | |
| MA | 63 | |
| CO | 49 | |
| VA | 46 | |
| MD | 43 | |
| OH | 42 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 46 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 66 |
| 2015 | 429 |
| 2016 | 487 |
| 2017 | 461 |
| 2018 | 526 |
| 2019 | 1,603 |
| 2020 | 2,282 |
| 2021 | 2,218 |
| 2022 | 2,080 |
| 2023 | 2,305 |
| 2024 | 2,425 |