Baby name
Alaina
/əˈleɪnə/
Meaning
“Precious, light, torch, beautiful”
Alaina has multiple meanings, including 'precious' from Old High German, 'light' or 'torch' from Greek, and 'beautiful' from Scottish Gaelic.
How it ages.
Alaina has a steady presence and feels established without being tied to a passing trend.
The cultural moment.
Alaina holds a consistent position in Scotland, with no strong movement in either direction.