Jalaya

Meaning of Jalaya

Jalaya is a female name with African American English and Spanish origins. In African American English, it is pronounced as juh-LAY-uh (/dʒəˈleɪə/), while in Spanish it is pronounced as ha-LAH-yah (/aˈlaʝa/). The name also has a variation, Jalayah.

In terms of popularity, Jalaya has been consistently used as a given name for newborn girls in the United States. Over the years, its usage has remained relatively steady, with around 70 to 110 occurrences per year. In recent years, Jalaya has ranked between 1818 and 2901 in terms of popularity among baby names in the United States.

With its unique sound and cultural influences, Jalaya carries associations of strength and beauty. It can be a wonderful choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.