Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Alaia.
National Rank (2025)
#117
All-Time Peak Rank
#112 (2024)
Total U.S. Births
17,682
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Alaia Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Alaia
According to SSA data, Alaia achieved its highest historical rank of #112 in 2024. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2024 with 2,429 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 440.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 27 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Alaia scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+440.3% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,429Births in 2024
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
27Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:0
1980s:6
1990s:42
2000s:230
2010s:3,770
2020s:13,634
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesAl-a-i
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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