Excellence, nobility, or high standing
Derived from the Arabic root meaning height or elevation, Alaa signifies someone of high status or excellence. It is a popular unisex name in the Arab world, often used to denote spiritual or social nobility. In some contexts, it can also refer to the favors or blessings of God.
Less common today
Alaa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,797 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Egyptian-American former NBA player and broadcaster
Prominent Egyptian novelist and dentist
Egyptian-British software developer and political activist
