How Many People Are Named Alaia?
Complete statistics for the name Alaia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Alaia means 'ocean wave' in Hawaiian, making it both rare and refreshing, only 15,273 people named Alaia live in the US today, and that's just 1 in 21,607 Americans. The name peaked in 2024 with 2,425 births, showing it's really taking off among younger folks.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 6 symbolizes harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 5All 15,367 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Alaia Through the Generations
Alaia has seen steady growth since its introduction, becoming increasingly popular among parents seeking unique names. With most of the 15,367 total births occurring in recent years, the average age of those named Alaia is just five, indicating it's a modern choice embraced by new generations. As of now, 15,334 out of 15,367 individuals named Alaia are under 30, highlighting how this name has become synonymous with youth and contemporary culture.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Alaia's Hawaiian roots
📄 About the Name Alaia
How Many People Have the Name Alaia?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 125 people in the United States currently share the name Alaia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,651,594 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Alaia a Common or Rare Name?
Alaia is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Alaia Mean?
Alaia means "ocean wave" and comes from Hawaiian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Alaia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Alaia Most Popular?
The name Alaia reached peak popularity in 2024, with 2,425 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Alaia?
Approximately 125 people named Alaia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 125. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,651,594 Americans.
Is Alaia a rare name?
Alaia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,651,594 Americans has this name.
What does the name Alaia mean?
Alaia means "ocean wave" and comes from Hawaiian origins.
Is Alaia more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alaia are male and 100% are female.
When was Alaia most popular?
Alaia peaked in 2024 with 2,425 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.