Alaina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-LAY-nuh / əˈleɪ.nəLatin; Irish
Meaning
Latin: bright, shining; Irish: little rock
Historical & Cultural Background
Alaina is derived from the Latin name 'Alana', which means bright or shining. It is also associated with the Irish name 'Ailín', meaning little rock. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, since the late 20th century. Its melodic sound and feminine charm contribute to its appeal among parents.
Trend Summary
Alaina has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alana
- Elaina
- Alayna
International Variants
- Alana (English)
- Elena (Spanish)
- Alayna (English)
Famous people named Alaina
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Fictional characters named Alaina
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alaina was first seen in the United States in 1946. Alaina has ranked as high as #338 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, California, Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Alaina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alaina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 163 | |
| CA | 106 | |
| FL | 89 | |
| NY | 71 | |
| IL | 62 | |
| OH | 62 | |
| GA | 61 | |
| NC | 55 | |
| PA | 52 | |
| IN | 46 | |
| VA | 40 | |
| TN | 39 | |
| AZ | 37 | |
| NJ | 35 | |
| MN | 32 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 21 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 37 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 49 |
| 1965 | 48 |
| 1966 | 39 |
| 1967 | 62 |
| 1968 | 65 |
| 1969 | 57 |
| 1970 | 74 |
| 1971 | 62 |
| 1972 | 55 |
| 1973 | 49 |
| 1974 | 93 |
| 1975 | 82 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 93 |
| 1978 | 146 |
| 1979 | 195 |
| 1980 | 407 |
| 1981 | 466 |
| 1982 | 458 |
| 1983 | 403 |
| 1984 | 359 |
| 1985 | 406 |
| 1986 | 451 |
| 1987 | 442 |
| 1988 | 480 |
| 1989 | 533 |
| 1990 | 567 |
| 1991 | 523 |
| 1992 | 575 |
| 1993 | 607 |
| 1994 | 662 |
| 1995 | 665 |
| 1996 | 692 |
| 1997 | 640 |
| 1998 | 689 |
| 1999 | 877 |
| 2000 | 1,004 |
| 2001 | 1,006 |
| 2002 | 1,002 |
| 2003 | 1,126 |
| 2004 | 1,209 |
| 2005 | 1,282 |
| 2006 | 1,361 |
| 2007 | 1,538 |
| 2008 | 1,504 |
| 2009 | 1,317 |
| 2010 | 1,500 |
| 2011 | 1,998 |
| 2012 | 1,933 |
| 2013 | 1,758 |
| 2014 | 1,748 |
| 2015 | 1,820 |
| 2016 | 1,769 |
| 2017 | 1,669 |
| 2018 | 1,522 |
| 2019 | 1,578 |
| 2020 | 1,487 |
| 2021 | 1,500 |
| 2022 | 1,431 |
| 2023 | 1,361 |
| 2024 | 1,444 |