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Jalaya

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Pronounced juh-LAY-uh /dʒəˈleɪ.ə/High

Meaning: clear, transparentMedium

In 30 seconds: Jalaya is a modern name possibly meaning clear or transparent water from Arabic jala. A melodic three-syllable name with a fresh flowing quality.
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Origin MediumArabic, Modern
Meaningclear, transparent
U.S. rank (2025)#3225 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births49 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,915

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201019932025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jalaya may derive from Arabic jala (clear) with the -aya suffix, or be a modern creative compound.

Jalaya has appeared in US birth records as a melodic three-syllable name.

Did you know? The Arabic word jala (clarity) is used in descriptions of clear water and pure light — making Jalaya a name that evokes pristine water running over sunlit stones.
Overall data confidence 62%
US Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity dataBehind the Name: Alaya — name etymology reference

Variations

JalaylaJalaiaAlayaAaliyah

Nicknames

JalaLaya

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Frequently Asked

What does Jalaya mean?

Jalaya may mean clear or transparent water from the Arabic jala, or it may be a modern creative compound.

How do you pronounce Jalaya?

Jalaya is pronounced juh-LAY-uh (/dʒəˈleɪ.ə/), with three syllables.

Is Jalaya a girl's name?

Yes, Jalaya is used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Jalaya?

Jalaya is an uncommon modern name that appeared in US records in the 21st century.

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