Holding steady.
Popularity of Dalaina since 1968
Babies named Dalaina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 66 |
| 2000s | 79 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dalaina is a rare modern feminine name first recorded in 1968. It has never appeared in the U.S. top 1000, and its highest usage came in 2008, after which usage has remained stable but low. The name is an invention of the late 20th century, likely combining elements from the Irish surname Delaney and the name Laina. It has no recorded top states, reflecting its scattered, infrequent use across the country. Dalaina fits a pattern of elaborating familiar names with a melodic, feminine ending, similar to other modern creations like Madelyn or Briella.
Dalaina is a modern invented name, likely a blend or elaboration drawing from the Irish surname Delaney (meaning 'descendant of the challenger' or 'from the alder grove') and the name Laina, a short form of names like Elaine (meaning 'light'). It emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, following the trend of creating distinctive feminine names by adding a feminine suffix to familiar sounds.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laina, Dala, Lainey, Daisy
Sibling names for Dalaina
Names that share Dalaina's style, for a brother or sister.
