Sun ray or shining light
Halaina is a modern elaboration of Helena or Alaina. It likely draws its meaning from the Greek 'Helene', referring to a torch or sun ray, symbolizing brightness and clarity.
Less common today
Halaina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,065 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
