Alaijah
Alaijah is a boy baby name. Ranked #42,233 in the US, popular nicknames include Ala, Aly, and Alaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Alaijah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 5 babies have been named Alaijah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alaijah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,233 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,233
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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Alaijah is also used as a girl name, ranked #7225.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alaijah
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About the Name Alaijah
Alaijah is a boy name .
Is Alaijah a boy or girl name? Alaijah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #42,233 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,225. Alaijah is more commonly used as a girl name.
Alaijah is currently ranked #42,233 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Alaijah include Ala, Aly, Alaie, and Alaiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alaijah include Alain . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis