Alaia
Alaia is a girl's name of Basque origin.
Meaning
Joyful, happy, or exalted.
Origin and history
Alaia is a female given name with roots in both Basque, where it means 'joyful' or 'happy', and Arabic, where it is associated with high status or loftiness. It has seen a dramatic surge in popularity in the United States in recent years. Today, it offers a modern, melodic sound that appeals to parents seeking a fresh, international choice.
Popularity in the United States
17,682 babies in the United States have been named Alaia since 1880. It ranks #1144 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #125.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.8 %)
- TX (13.9 %)
- FL (11 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
- NJ (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 42 |
| 2000-2010 | 230 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,770 |
| 2020-2029 | 13,634 |
Fun facts
- Alaia independently originated in Basque culture meaning 'joyful' and in Arabic culture meaning 'sublime' or 'exalted'.
- The name has experienced a dramatic rise in popularity in the United States since 2015.