Alaira

“A derivative of the name Alair, meaning joyful or happy.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10331US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

156All-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Alaira

AL·uh·EYE·ruh

/ˈæl.ə.ˈaɪ.rə/ · stress on AL · 4 syllables

“A derivative of the name Alair, meaning joyful or happy.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Alaira mean and where does it come from?

The name Alaira is considered modern and creative and has emerged primarily in the United States over the past few decades. It may also be linked to similar sounding names and can be interpreted as a variation of Alaire, which has roots in French. Alaira is not widely used, making it a distinctive c

Cultural significance

Alaira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a derivative of the name alair, meaning joyful or happy..

Peak popularity

Reached #7443 in 2010 — currently #10331 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Alaira?

Alaira works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Alaira Grace

How popular is Alaira right now?

Rising fast — up 1957 spots — currently #10331 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#10331 · Top 7.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10331	9	▲ up 1957 · +29% births
2022	#12288	7	▼ down 3300 · -36% births
2021	#8988	11	▲ up 7079 · +120% births
2020	#16067	5	▼ down 6162 · -55% births
2015	#9905	11	▼ down 2462 · -35% births
2010	#7443	17	▲ up 10672 · +240% births
2005	#18115	5	▼ down 6379 · -37% births
2000	#11736	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Alaira

Best Year2010Rank #7443

Peak Count17

Average Rank#11859

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Alaira

Alaira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 156 total births recorded, Alaira remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11736 in 2000 to #10331 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Alaira in 2010:

Isabella Sophia Emma Olivia Ava

Alaira by decade

Alaira peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	74
2010s ★	77
2020s	5

💎Alaira has only 156 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Alaira?

Common

AlaAlAlieAlyIra

What names sound and feel like Alaira?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Alaira also consider these

Altaira

American · Arabic

Alaija

American · variation of the

Alaura

American · glittering

Aleira

Spain · light, bright

Alaina

English · Bright, shining light

Allira

Australia · Australian Aboriginal

Common questions about the name Alaira

What does the name Alaira mean?

Alaira means "A derivative of the name Alair, meaning joyful or happy." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Alaira?

Alaira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Alaira have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Alaira?

Alaira originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Alaira?

Alaira is a four-syllable name pronounced AE1 L AH0 AY1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Alaira?

Alaira pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.