Alayah
girl name#412 in 2025Alayah entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #278 in 2020, ranks #412 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1992–2025
#412
rank today
#278
peak (2020)
756
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #4175 |
| 2000s | #1701 |
| 2010s | #594 |
| 2020s | #364 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alayah has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 12,000 people named Alayah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alayah is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alayah in 2025?
- Alayah ranks #412 among US girl names in 2025, with 756 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alayah most popular?
- Alayah peaked in 2020, reaching #278 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alayah with classmates?
- Alayah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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