Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Alaya.
National Rank (2025)
#368
All-Time Peak Rank
#338 (2020)
Total U.S. Births
11,095
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Alaya Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Alaya
According to SSA data, Alaya achieved its highest historical rank of #338 in 2020. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2020 with 915 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 114.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 36 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Alaya scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+114.4% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record915Births in 2020
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
36Years
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:5
1980s:41
1990s:324
2000s:1,616
2010s:4,065
2020s:5,044
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesAl-a-y
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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