Yalaina

“a variant of Elena or Helen”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1211US 2023

989Births / yr

→Stable

10All-time births

📅 Since 201500

What does Yalaina mean and where does it come from?

Yalaina is a modern and unique variant of the names Elena or Helen. This name has been popular in the United States for recent generations and epitomizes modern creativity with feminine names. It gives a nod to historical roots while maintaining a contemporary edge. Given the rich history of the nam

Cultural significance

Yalaina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of elena or helen.

Peak popularity

Reached #18487 in 2016 — currently #1211 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yalaina?

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

Yalaina Grace

How popular is Yalaina right now?

Holding steady — currently #1211 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#1211 · Top 0.89%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1211	989	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1216	969	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1221	939	▲ up 17847 · +18680% births
2015	#19068	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yalaina

Best Year2023Rank #1211

Peak Count989

Average Rank#5679

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Yalaina

Yalaina is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2015. With 10 total births recorded, Yalaina remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19068 in 2015 to #1211 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yalaina in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

💎Yalaina has only 10 total recorded births since 2015 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yalaina?

Common

YalYalieYalyIna

What names sound and feel like Yalaina?

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

Dalaina

American · Noble, Kind

Talaina

American · Mysterious

Malaina

American · A combination of

Halaina

American · Light, shining

Yalina

Russia · Russian

Yaleena

American · God is gracious.

Yelaina

American · bright, shining light

Yalana

Hebrew · God has alleviated

Common questions about the name Yalaina

What does the name Yalaina mean?

Yalaina means "a variant of Elena or Helen" — 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 Yalaina?

Yalaina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Yalaina?

Yalaina 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.

What sibling names go well with Yalaina?

Yalaina 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.

Is Yalaina a common or rare name?

Yalaina is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.