Alaija
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Alaija first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 229 babies have been named Alaija in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alaija is past its peak , currently ranked #27,132 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,132
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Alaija
Alaija is a girl name .
Alaija is currently ranked #27,132 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alaija include Ala, Alai, Alaiy, Alaiie, Aly, Alie, and Alakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alaija include Alaia, Alaina, Alaiya, Alaiyah, Alaiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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