Alaina
Alaina: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alaina
- A female given name from the Celtic languages.
Etymology
A variant of Alana coined in the 20th century from Alain, the French equivalent of Alan.
How popular is Alaina?
Since 1880, 50,578 girls and 6 boys in the U.S. have been named Alaina (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #156 in 2011. Its highest rank for boys was #6961 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #224 for girls, with 1,366 babies given the name.
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Alaina FAQ
What does the name Alaina mean?
A female given name from the Celtic languages. A variant of Alana coined in the 20th century from Alain, the French equivalent of Alan.
What is the origin of the name Alaina?
Alaina is listed as a name of Celtic origin.
How popular is the name Alaina?
Since 1880, 50,578 girls and 6 boys in the U.S. have been named Alaina (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #156 in 2011. Its highest rank for boys was #6961 in 1989. In 2025 it ranked #224 for girls, with 1,366 babies given the name.
Is Alaina a boy or girl name?
Alaina is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 50,578 girls and 6 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.