Modern invented name, likely meaning joy or exalted
Jalayia is a contemporary American name without a single ancient etymology. It likely combines the popular 'Ja-' prefix with elements of names like Laila or Alayia, suggesting meanings associated with joy or high status.
Less common today
Jalayia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,459 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).