Alaynah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alaynah is a modern English name that evolved from the Greek name Helenē, which means 'light' or 'torch'. Its linguistic path traces back through Latin and several other languages. The name embodies traits of brightness and uniqueness. It does not have a biblical background and has gained popularity in recent years.
The name Alaynah is most popular in Texas, 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, Alaynah 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, 'Alaynah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4549th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3373rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alaynah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alaynah"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪnə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Alaynah is a variant of the name Elena, which is derived from the Greek name Helenē, meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helenē (Ancient Greek), Helena (Latin), Elena (Spanish, Italian), Alayna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Alaynah gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a modern variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Alayna, Elena, Helena, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Alaynah is perceived as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
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 "Alaynah"
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 "Alaynah"
"Alaynah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4549th of 35406 | 471 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3373rd of 30306 | 567 |
Regional Popularity of "Alaynah" 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 "Alaynah" 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 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
56.20% 4110th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
70.23% 2798th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
45.03% 3072nd/6822 |
61.27% 3845th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alaynah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alaynah" 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.