Modern invented name, likely a variation of Jaliyah
Jalaiya is a modern American creation, likely formed by blending the popular prefix 'Ja-' with the name Lailah or Alaiya. While it does not have a singular ancient root, it is often associated with the Hebrew name Aliyah, meaning 'to ascend' or 'exalted'.
Less common today
Jalaiya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,280 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
