Jalaya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-LAY-ah / /dʒəˈleɪ.ə/Sanskrit; English
Meaning
water (Sanskrit); combination of names (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Jalaya is derived from 'jala,' meaning water, symbolizing fluidity and life. In English contexts, it may be viewed as a modern blend or variation of existing names, reflecting contemporary naming trends.
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Variants
- Jalayah
- Jalia
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jalaya was first seen in the United States in 1993. Jalaya has ranked as high as #1240 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jalaya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jalaya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 58 |
| 2005 | 56 |
| 2006 | 70 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2008 | 80 |
| 2009 | 100 |
| 2010 | 112 |
| 2011 | 96 |
| 2012 | 110 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2014 | 87 |
| 2015 | 87 |
| 2016 | 69 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 85 |
| 2020 | 88 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2022 | 76 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 76 |