Ala
boy nameAla entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #3944 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
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rank today
#3944
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3944 |
| 1970s | #5355 |
| 1980s | #5671 |
| 1990s | #7515 |
| 2000s | #9924 |
| 2010s | #12287 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Ala are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ala alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ala in 2025?
- Ala is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ala most popular?
- Ala peaked in 1958, reaching #3944 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ala with classmates?
- Ala will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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