Jalayah
Jalayah is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name, possibly combining elements meaning 'god' or 'exalted'.
Origin and history
Jalayah is a modern American name created by blending phonetic elements, likely inspired by names like Alayah, Jah, and Aaliyah. It gained popularity in the United States in the 21st century. The name is mostly given to baby girls and reflects contemporary naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
2,237 babies in the United States have been named Jalayah since 1880. It ranks #3718 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1330.
States where it is most popular
- FL (13 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- GA (10.3 %)
- SC (8.8 %)
- MI (8.5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 17 |
| 2000-2010 | 322 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,089 |
| 2020-2029 | 809 |
Fun facts
- Jalayah emerged in the United States around the late 1990s and early 2000s alongside the rise of names with similar rhythmic endings like Aaliyah and Nevaeh.
- Over a third of all U.S. births registered with the name Jalayah since 1880 have occurred since 2020.