Alahna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alahna is a modern Hebrew name meaning 'exalted' or 'rising'. It has evolved from earlier forms such as Ala and Alah. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and individuality, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Alahna is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alahna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alahna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12377th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4063rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alahna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alahna"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɑːnə/
Origin
Modern Hebrew
Etymology
The name Alahna is derived from the Hebrew word 'alah', which means 'to ascend' or 'to rise'. It is often associated with a sense of elevation and spiritual growth.
Meaning
exalted, rising
Language Evolution
Ala, Alah, Alahna
Historical Usage
The name Alahna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern and unique feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Alana, Elana, Lana
Modern Popularity & Image
Alahna is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Alahna Ly, Alahna McGowan
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 62 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alahna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alahna"
"Alahna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12377th of 27321 | 63 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3752nd of 35406 | 611 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4063rd of 30306 | 435 |
Regional Popularity of "Alahna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alahna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
- |
60.00% 4388th/7313 |
54.76% 4087th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
67.80% 4625th/6822 |
72.23% 4533rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alahna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alahna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.