Alayia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alayia is a modern English name derived from the variant Alaya, which means exalted or sublime. It has evolved through names like Alaya and Alayha. While it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique name choice. The name is viewed positively, associated with creativity and individuality.
The name Alayia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Alayia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Alayia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7072nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4238th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alayia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alayia"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪ.jə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Alayia is a contemporary name that is often considered a variant of the name Alaya, which has roots in various cultures meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime'.
Meaning
exalted, sublime
Language Evolution
Alaya, Alayha, Alayia
Historical Usage
Alayia gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in the United States, as parents sought unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Alaya, Alayha, Alaiya
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Alayia is perceived as modern and trendy, often associated with individuality and creativity.
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✨ Alayia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 58 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 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 "Alayia"
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 "Alayia"
"Alayia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7072nd of 35406 | 260 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4238th of 30306 | 408 |
Regional Popularity of "Alayia" 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 "Alayia" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
61.45% 4192nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Alayia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alayia" 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.