Alaina
girl name#224 in 2025Alaina entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #156 in 2011, ranks #224 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1946–2025
#224
rank today
#156
peak (2011)
1,366
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3964 |
| 1950s | #4069 |
| 1960s | #1999 |
| 1970s | #1372 |
| 1980s | #484 |
| 1990s | #407 |
| 2000s | #269 |
| 2010s | #183 |
| 2020s | #209 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alaina has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 50,000 people named Alaina are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alaina alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alaina in 2025?
- Alaina ranks #224 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,366 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alaina most popular?
- Alaina peaked in 2011, reaching #156 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alaina with classmates?
- Alaina will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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