Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Alaina.
National Rank (2025)
#224
All-Time Peak Rank
#156 (2011)
Total U.S. Births
50,578
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Alaina Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Alaina
According to SSA data, Alaina achieved its highest historical rank of #156 in 2011. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2011 with 1,999 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 24.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 73 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Alaina scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-24.9% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,999Births in 2011
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
73Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:24
1950s:92
1960s:415
1970s:901
1980s:4,404
1990s:6,497
2000s:12,350
2010s:17,297
2020s:8,598
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesAl-a-ia
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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