Rising since 2005, #1,692 for girls today.
Popularity of Alaiah since 2002
Babies named Alaiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 77 |
| 2010s | 381 |
| 2020s | 698 |
Meaning & origin
Alaiah is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2002, reflecting the trend of creative respellings of established names like Aaliyah. It saw a steady rise in use since 2005 and hit its peak popularity in 2020, when it ranked 1,692nd. By 2025, it remained relatively uncommon, with about 1 in 13,283 girls given the name. The name is most frequently used in Florida, Texas, and New Jersey, suggesting a concentration in diverse, populous states. Its appeal likely lies in its melodic sound and resemblance to more familiar names, without being overly common. As a modern coinage, Alaiah does not have deep historical roots but fits comfortably within contemporary naming trends that favor soft, feminine endings and phonetic spellings.
Alaiah appears to be a modern American coinage, likely a creative respelling of the name Aaliyah, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Aliyah meaning 'to ascend' or 'exalted'. The name emerged in the early 2000s and has been used primarily for girls, possibly influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Aaliyah and Alaya.
Where Alaiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ala, Lala
Sibling names for Alaiah
Names that share Alaiah's style, for a brother or sister.
