Alayna Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: People named Alayna are often associated with the astrological sign of Libra, symbolizing balance and harmony.

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A Deep Dive

Alayna Overview

Meaning

Beautiful, precious, awakening, rising, dear child

Gender

Girl

Origin

American

Etymology

Derived from the Old German name “Alaina,” meaning “precious” or “awakening,” and also connected to the Greek name “Helen” meaning “light” or “torch” and the Irish name “Aislinn” meaning “dream” or “vision”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/əˈleɪnə/

Popularity

Alayna is favored in the USA and other English-speaking countries. In 2023, Alayna ranked #234 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

9 (Humanitarian, Selfless, Creative)

Name Styles

Modern, Unique, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Graceful, radiant, modern
A Deep Dive

Alayna Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Elena, Alaina, Elaina, Alayna, Elaine, Alaine

Common Nicknames

Allie, Laynie, Lani, Aly, Lina, Lana, Laya

Diminutives

Al, Lay, Lain, Ina, Ally

Famous People

  • Alayna Westcom
    (American Scientist and Miss Vermont 2015)
  • Alayna Williams
    (American Author)
  • Alayna Fender
    (Canadian YouTuber)
  • Alayna Treene
    (American Journalist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Alayna
    ("The Originals," TV Series)
  • "Alayna's Song"
    (Song)
  • "Alayna's Secret"
    (Novel)
  • "Alayna's Journey"
    (Film)
  • Alayna Martin
    ("Riverdale," TV Series)
  • "Alayna's Adventure"
    (Children's Book)

What Is the Meaning of Alayna?

Alayna means “precious” or “awakening,” with additional connotations of “light” or “torch” from Greek and “dream” or “vision” from Irish traditions. It is often associated with a cheerful and positive personality.

What Is the Origin of The Name Alayna?

Alayna is derived from the Old German name “Alaina,” meaning “precious” or “awakening,” and connections to the Greek name “Helen” (meaning “light” or “torch”) and the Irish name “Aislinn” (meaning “dream” or “vision”)

Alayna Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Alayna in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2632021#2732022#3152023
Top 3 Rankings#2012012#2072013#2172014

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Alayna

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023315
(-42 from 2022)
978
(-184 from 2022)
0.05591
2022273
(-10 from 2021)
1162
(-21 from 2021)
0.06481
2021263
(-16 from 2020)
1183
(-29 from 2020)
0.06603
2020247
(-24 from 2019)
1212
(-180 from 2019)
0.06856
2019223
(+12 from 2018)
1392
(+28 from 2018)
0.07586
2018235
(-6 from 2017)
1364
(-14 from 2017)
0.07335
2017229
(-8 from 2016)
1378
(-65 from 2016)
0.07294
2016221
(+2 from 2015)
1443
(-20 from 2015)
0.07454
2015223
(-6 from 2014)
1463
(-85 from 2014)
0.07499
2014217
(-10 from 2013)
1548
(-14 from 2013)
0.07913
2013207
(-6 from 2012)
1562
(+13 from 2012)
0.08103
2012201
(+24 from 2011)
1549
(+141 from 2011)
0.07987
2011225
(+10 from 2010)
1408
(+75 from 2010)
0.07266
2010235
(+42 from 2009)
1333
(+146 from 2009)
0.06799
2009277
(+8 from 2008)
1187
(+10 from 2008)
0.05861
2008285
(-12 from 2007)
1177
(-71 from 2007)
0.05651
2007273
(-2 from 2006)
1248
(+31 from 2006)
0.05897
2006271
(+17 from 2005)
1217
(+68 from 2005)
0.05822
2005288
(+15 from 2004)
1149
(+87 from 2004)
0.05661
2004303
(+38 from 2003)
1062
(+152 from 2003)
0.05263
2003341
(+39 from 2002)
910
(+130 from 2002)
0.04535
2002380
(+23 from 2001)
780
(+60 from 2001)
0.03949
2001403
(+22 from 2000)
720
(+60 from 2000)
0.03635
2000425
(+34 from 1999)
660
(+82 from 1999)
0.03307
1999459
(+109 from 1998)
578
(+147 from 1998)
0.02969
1998568
(+79 from 1997)
431
(+89 from 1997)
0.02223
1997647
(-17 from 1996)
342
(-13 from 1996)
0.01791
1996630
(+20 from 1995)
355
(+24 from 1995)
0.01852
1995650
(+3 from 1994)
331
(+2 from 1994)
0.01723
1994653
(+66 from 1993)
329
(+33 from 1993)
0.01688
1993719
(+134 from 1992)
296
(+63 from 1992)
0.01501
1992853
(+41 from 1991)
233
(+14 from 1991)
0.01162
1991894
(+186 from 1990)
219
(+56 from 1990)
0.01077
19901080
(+133 from 1989)
163
(+30 from 1989)
0.00793
19891213
(-32 from 1988)
133
(+5 from 1988)
0.00668
19881181
(+119 from 1987)
128
(+21 from 1987)
0.00666
19871300
(-28 from 1986)
107
(+1 from 1986)
0.00571
19861272
(+157 from 1985)
106
(+18 from 1985)
0.00574
19851429
(+30 from 1984)
88
(+9 from 1984)
0.00477
19841459
(+185 from 1983)
79
(+12 from 1983)
0.00438
19831644
(+91 from 1982)
67
(+3 from 1982)
0.00374
19821735
(-290 from 1981)
64
(-20 from 1981)
0.00353
19811445
(+160 from 1980)
84
(+12 from 1980)
0.00470
19801605
(+543 from 1979)
72
(+26 from 1979)
0.00404
19792148
(+43 from 1978)
46
(+4 from 1978)
0.00267
19782191
(+1176 from 1977)
42
(+20 from 1977)
0.00255
19773367
(-80 from 1976)
22
(+1 from 1976)
0.00134
19763287
(-606 from 1975)
21
(-7 from 1975)
0.00134
19752681
(+531 from 1974)
28
(+7 from 1974)
0.00179
19743212
(+21 from 1973)
21
(+1 from 1973)
0.00134
19733233
(+1559 from 1972)
20
(+9 from 1972)
0.00129
19724792
(-482 from 1971)
11
(-2 from 1971)
0.00068
19714310
(-1200 from 1970)
13
(-8 from 1970)
0.00074
19703110
(+1086 from 1969)
21
(+9 from 1969)
0.00115
19694196
(-1028 from 1968)
12
(-5 from 1968)
0.00068
19683168
(-536 from 1967)
17
(-5 from 1967)
0.00099
19672632
(+1326 from 1966)
22
(+11 from 1966)
0.00128
19663958
(+536 from 1965)
11
(+2 from 1965)
0.00063
19654494
(-139 from 1964)
9
(-1 from 1964)
0.00049
19644355
(+183 from 1963)
10
(+1 from 1963)
0.00051
19634538
(+326 from 1962)
9
(+1 from 1962)
0.00045
19624864
(+446 from 1961)
8
(+1 from 1961)
0.00039
19615310
(+97 from 1958)
7
(+1 from 1958)
0.00034
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19585407
(+7 from 1951)
6
(+1 from 1951)
0.00029
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19515414
(-858 from 1945)
5
No change from 1945
0.00027
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19454556
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00037
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Alayna

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1892021#2572022#2762023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3092021#3142022#3482023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2312021#1952022#2322023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2242021#2062022#3382023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1742021#2112022#2582023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3062021#2602022#3182023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2542021#2182022#2512023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2982021#4032022#2182023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1462021#1382022#2152023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3342021#2782022#3282023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3582021#3822022#4252023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2822021#3292022#2232023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1972021#1912022#3472023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2032021#2452022#3142023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3042021#3022022#5052023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2732021#2042022#2932023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#4322021#3522022#3402023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2332021#2212022#3022023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3132021#4522022#2782023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#4092021#3872022#6252023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3342021#4042022#3472023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2162021#1972022#2392023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2972021#2592022#4272023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3192021#3412022#3822023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2982021#4352022#4822023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#3282021#2382022#3452023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3072021#2962022#7772023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#5612021#3152022#3212023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#4322021#2122022#3492023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#3072021#2402022#2792023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4262021#3292022#5042023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1202021#1202022#1832023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3202021#2012022#2132023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1412021#2442022#2632023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2982021#3602022#5312023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2382021#2112022#3222023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3182020#4792021#1832022

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2022020#2772021#3822023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1332021#2152022#3192023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1782018#1352019#1252020

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2052019#2092021#2052023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2192018#2122020#1502021

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#992019#1502020#1372021

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1402015#2012016#2012021

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1232018#1842020#1792021

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2122016#1832019#2132020

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1212007#1762010#1072014

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#1032011#922012

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1042014#1012015

Popularity Rankings for Alayna in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1692019#1802020#1472021

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1552019#2092020#2452021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2372021#2812022#6432023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#2882019#3772021#2562022

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4852021#3032022#2812023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3702013#4242019#3912023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#6612021#5592022#6252023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#9902019#7452021#8902022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Alayna a Name for Boys or Girls?

This name is most often given to girls, likely due to its association with beauty and light, qualities often linked with femininity.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Alayna

Alayna in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Alayna Westcom (Scientist, born 1991): An American scientist and Miss Vermont 2015 who uses her platform to promote STEM education.
  • Alayna Williams (Author, born 1975): An American author known for writing urban fantasy and science fiction novels.
  • Alayna Fender (YouTuber, born 1992): A Canadian YouTuber and content creator who shares lifestyle and mental health content.
  • Alayna Treene (Journalist, born 1994): An American journalist and political reporter working for Axios.
  • Alayna Pandey (Dancer, born 1997): An Indian dancer and choreographer popular on social media for her dance routines.
  • Alayna Desai (Actress, born 2000): A British-Indian actress featured in various television series and films.
  • Alayna McKeel (Artist, born 1985): An American visual artist known for her vibrant and contemporary art pieces.
  • Alayna ("The Originals," 2013 TV Series): A character entangled in the supernatural drama of New Orleans' vampire and witch communities.
  • "Alayna's Song" (2016 Song): A heartfelt ballad about love and loss.
  • "Alayna's Secret" (2015 Novel): Unveils the mysterious life of a woman who harbors a dark secret.
  • "Alayna's Journey" (2018 Film): Chronicles a young woman's quest to discover her true heritage.
  • Alayna Martin ("Riverdale," 2017 TV Series): A student at Riverdale High who gets involved in the town's many mysteries.
  • "Alayna's Adventure" (2019 Children's Book): Follows the imaginative escapades of a young girl.
  • Alayna Park (California, USA): A public park located in the city of Clovis, featuring playgrounds and picnic areas.
  • Alayna Beach (Florida, USA): A scenic beach on the Gulf Coast, popular for swimming and sunbathing.
  • Alayna River (Queensland, Australia): A river in northern Queensland that flows into the Coral Sea.
  • Alayna Hill (Ontario, Canada): A small hill located in Algonquin Provincial Park, known for hiking trails and wildlife.
  • Alayna Bay (British Columbia, Canada): A picturesque bay on Vancouver Island, ideal for kayaking and coastal exploration.
  • Alayna Creek (Alaska, USA): A creek located in the Kenai Peninsula, offering fishing opportunities and scenic views.
  • Alayna Village (Sindh, Pakistan): A village in the Sindh province, with a community centered around agriculture.

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