Alaïs

A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1535US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile

What does Alaïs mean and where does it come from?

Alaïs is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Alaïs carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1535 in 2015 — currently #1535 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Alaïs?

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

Alaïs Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Alaïs Rose
Floral · soft ending
Alaïs Mae
Sweet · timeless
Alaïs Claire
French influence · crisp
Alaïs Jane
Literary · strong
Alaïs Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Alaïs right now?

Holding steady — currently #1535 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1535 · Top 1.1%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#153510stable
2022#153510stable
2021#153510stable
2020#153510stable
2019#153510
💎Alaïs is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Alaïs?

Common
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Famous people named Alaïs

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Alaïs (Quranic figure)
Alaïs appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Alaïs (Islamic scholar)
Alaïs bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Alaïs (Quranic figure)
Alaïs appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Alaïs (Arab poet)
Alaïs carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Common questions about the name Alaïs

What does the name Alaïs mean?
Alaïs means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Alaïs?
Alaïs is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Alaïs?
Alaïs originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Alaïs a common or rare name?
Alaïs is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Alaïs more of a girl or boy name?
Alaïs is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.