Aleyna
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "to ascend or rise up".
Name Census estimates that about 2,714 living Americans carry the first name Aleyna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Aleyna today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aleyna births was 2023 (268 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aleyna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Aleyna is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 12 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
2.7K
~ 1 in 126,291 Americans
Peak year
2023
268 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,226
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Aleyna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Aleyna from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 1,105 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aleyna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aleyna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Aleynas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 22 states and territories. Texas, California, New York recorded the most babies named Aleyna, while Tennessee, New Mexico, Nebraska recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 71 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Aleyna
The name Aleyna has its origins in the Turkish language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic name Ala, which means "high" or "exalted." The suffix "-yna" is a common Turkish feminine ending, giving the name Aleyna the meaning of "the exalted one" or "the sublime one."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aleyna can be traced back to the 14th century, during the Ottoman Empire's rule in Anatolia. It was a popular name among the noble classes and the ruling elite, often bestowed upon daughters of high-ranking officials and members of the imperial court.
In the 16th century, the name Aleyna gained further prominence when it was mentioned in the works of the renowned Ottoman poet and scholar, Fuzuli. His poetic verses included references to a beautiful woman named Aleyna, whose grace and elegance were celebrated.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Aleyna. One of the earliest was Aleyna Hatun (1275-1345), a Turkish princess and the daughter of the Seljuk Sultan Masud II. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of poets and scholars during her lifetime.
Another prominent figure was Aleyna Erdem (1610-1685), a Turkish scholar and calligrapher who gained recognition for her mastery of the Arabic script and her contributions to the art of calligraphy. Her works were highly prized and can be found in various museums and collections around the world.
In the 19th century, Aleyna Pasha (1825-1899) was a Turkish military leader and statesman who played a significant role in the modernization of the Ottoman Empire's armed forces. He is remembered for his reforms and his efforts to improve the training and equipment of the Ottoman army.
More recently, Aleyna Tilki (born 1998) is a Turkish singer and songwriter who rose to fame in her teenage years. Her music blends elements of pop, R&B, and traditional Turkish sounds, and she has gained a significant following both in Turkey and internationally.
Aleyna Solaker (born 1985) is a Turkish actress and model who has appeared in numerous television series and films. She is known for her versatile performances and has garnered critical acclaim for her portrayal of complex characters.
People
Aleyna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aleyna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aleyna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aleyna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2,714 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aleyna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 126,291 US residents.
Is Aleyna a common name?
We classify Aleyna as "Rare". It ranks above 94.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 2,740 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aleyna most popular?
The single biggest year for Aleyna was 2023, when 268 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aleyna is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Aleyna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aleyna in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.