Alaia
Basque girl's name meaning “joyful”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Basque
- Meaning
- joyful
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #120
- Born in 2023
- 2,305
Meaning & origin
Alaia is a Basque name meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'; it also resembles the Arabic Alaya.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Alaia ranked #120 for girls. It has climbed into the top 1,000 within the last decade — a fresh, on-the-rise pick.
In 2023, 2,305 US girls were given the name Alaia.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #112 in 2024
“Unranked” means Alaia was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Alaia: frequently asked questions
What does the name Alaia mean?
Alaia is a Basque name meaning "joyful". Alaia is a Basque name meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'; it also resembles the Arabic Alaya.
Where does the name Alaia come from?
Alaia is of Basque origin. Alaia is a Basque name meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'; it also resembles the Arabic Alaya.
Is Alaia a boy or a girl name?
Alaia is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Alaia?
In 2023, 2,305 US girls were given the name Alaia.
Is Alaia a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Alaia ranked #120 for girls. It has climbed into the top 1,000 within the last decade — a fresh, on-the-rise pick.