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Alaa

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Pronounced AL-aa /ˈæl.ææ/Low

Meaning: Origin uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: Alaa is a name of uncertain origin, recorded for real people but without a settled etymology in the data here.
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Origin LowUncertain
MeaningOrigin uncertain
U.S. rank (2024)#2814 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births59 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,475

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719812024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Honestly, the origin of Alaa is not pinned down in the information available, so its precise meaning and source stay open. What is documented is its real use: Behind the Name lists bearers such as Alaa Abd El-Fattah and Alaa Abdelnaby. Those examples show the name in actual use even where its roots remain unclear.

Both recorded bearers are men, a reminder that Alaa appears across people regardless of the girl listing here.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Alaa is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Alaa — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Alaa Abd El-Fattah (1981–present)
    Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.
  • ★Alaa Abdelnaby (1968–present)
    Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Alaa mean?

Alaa is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Uncertain tradition.

How do you pronounce Alaa?

It's commonly said AL-aa /ˈæl.ææ/.

Is Alaa a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Alaa is used as a girl name.

How popular is Alaa?

In 2024, Alaa ranked #2814 in the U.S. for girls, with 59 births recorded.