Gracious dwelling or beautiful grace
Annalayah is a modern American coinage likely created by blending the classic Hebrew name Anna, meaning 'grace,' with the suffix -layah, often inspired by names like Alayah or Aaliyah. It carries a melodic, multi-syllabic sound that feels both contemporary and spiritual. While its exact etymology is not fixed, it is often interpreted as a combination of 'grace' and 'exalted' or 'dwelling.'
About 10 girls were named Annalayah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
