Alafia
Alafia is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,696 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
Alafia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 5 babies have been named Alafia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alafia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,696 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,696
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Alafia
Alafia is a girl name .
Alafia is currently ranked #46,696 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alafia include Ala, Aly, Alaie, and Alafie. 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