Alaena
Alaena is a girl baby name. Ranked #9,295 in the US, popular nicknames include Ala, Aly, and Alaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Alaena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 287 babies have been named Alaena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alaena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,295 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,295
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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About the Name Alaena
Alaena is a girl name .
Alaena is currently ranked #9,295 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alaena include Ala, Aly, Alaie, and Alaeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis