Laia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laia is a name of Catalan origin, derived from Eulàlia, meaning well-spoken. The name has evolved from Eulàlia to Laia and is associated with positive traits such as creativity and warmth. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century.
The name Laia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Laia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Laia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10211th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2477th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Laia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laia"
Pronunciation
/ˈlaɪə/
Origin
Catalan
Etymology
The name Laia is derived from the Catalan diminutive of Eulàlia, which means 'well-spoken' or 'sweetly speaking'.
Meaning
well-spoken, sweetly speaking
Language Evolution
Eulàlia, Laia
Historical Usage
Laia gained popularity in Catalonia and among Spanish-speaking communities in the late 20th century as a modern and affectionate name.
Variants & Derivatives
Eulàlia, Lai, Laila
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Laia is perceived as a trendy and charming name, often associated with creativity and warmth.
Famous People
Laia Sanz, a Spanish motorcycle racer and trial rider, Laia Costa, a Spanish actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laia"
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 "Laia"
"Laia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10211th of 35406 | 153 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2477th of 30306 | 877 |
Regional Popularity of "Laia" 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 "Laia" 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% 5164th/5164 |
- |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.40% 2725th/3984 |
32.78% 1471st/4487 |
34.83% 2376th/6822 |
43.21% 2712th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Laia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Laia" 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.