Modern invented name, possibly meaning 'water' or 'noble'
Jalaya is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the popular 'Ja-' prefix with names like Alaya or Maya. While it lacks a singular ancient etymology, it is often associated with the Sanskrit word 'Jala' meaning water, or the Arabic 'Alaia' meaning sublime.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
