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Alaiah
Pronounced ə-LIE-ə /ə.ˈlaɪ.ə/High
Meaning: High, lofty, sublimeMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Alaiah comes through English with the elevated sense 'high, lofty, sublime'. It is a modern, vowel-rich spelling, and it sits among the related forms Alaia, Alaya, and Alayah, which all chase the same airy sound.
The string of soft vowels gives it a flowing, almost weightless feel that fits its lofty meaning. The variants Alaya and Alayah simply trade the inner spelling without altering how it is said.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Alaiah mean?
Alaiah is usually explained as meaning 'high, lofty, sublime' and is most often linked with English tradition.
How do you pronounce Alaiah?
It's commonly said ə-LIE-ə /ə.ˈlaɪ.ə/.
Is Alaiah a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Alaiah is used as a girl name.
How popular is Alaiah?
In 2024, Alaiah ranked #2050 in the U.S. for girls, with 94 births recorded.