Aleyna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aleyna is a Turkish name derived from the Arabic term meaning 'divine favor'. It evolved from Arabic into Turkish and is associated with grace and beauty. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in Turkey in the late 20th century and is recognized for its modern appeal.
The name Aleyna is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Aleyna has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Aleyna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10575th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2862nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1510th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aleyna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleyna"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪ.nə/
Origin
Turkish
Etymology
Aleyna is derived from the Arabic expression 'alayna', which means 'upon us' or 'over us', reflecting a sense of divine favor.
Meaning
divine favor
Language Evolution
Arabic: alayna, Turkish: Aleyna
Historical Usage
Aleyna gained popularity as a name in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities in the late 20th century, becoming more widespread in the 21st century.
Variants & Derivatives
Alena, Elena, Ayla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aleyna is viewed positively, often associated with grace and beauty, and is popular among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names.
Famous People
Aleyna Tilki, a Turkish pop singer known for her hit singles.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleyna"
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 "Aleyna"
"Aleyna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10575th of 27321 | 86 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2862nd of 35406 | 899 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1510th of 30306 | 1,755 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleyna" 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 "Aleyna" 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) |
- | - | - |
78.90% 4984th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
83.65% 3833rd/4582 |
46.09% 2380th/5164 |
36.82% 2693rd/7313 |
37.17% 2774th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.81% 2104th/3984 |
37.60% 1687th/4487 |
20.07% 1369th/6822 |
20.60% 1293rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleyna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleyna" 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.