Bright, shining light
Halayna is a modern phonetic variant of Helena or Alaina. It is most commonly associated with the Greek name Helene, referring to a torch or a beam of light. Its usage in the United States is rare, often chosen by parents seeking a unique spelling of a traditional sound.
Less common today
Halayna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,763 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
