Alaina is a feminine given name that has its roots in the Old French language. It is a variant of the name Elaine, which means "bright" or "shining". Alaina is a popular name in English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It has been in use since the 19th century and has been steadily increasing in popularity over the years. Alaina is often spelled differently, with variations including Alayna, Alena, Alina, and Elaina.
Alaina rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
Nicknames for Alaina
| Lainey | lay-nee | A common nickname for Alaina, often used by close friends and family. |
| Laina | lay-nuh | A shortened version of Alaina that is easy to pronounce and remember. |
| Lai | lie | A simple and sweet nickname for Alaina. |
| Allie | al-ee | A popular nickname for Alaina that is easy to pronounce and remember. |
| Aly | al-ee | A shortened version of Alaina that is easy to pronounce and remember. |
| Lina | lee-nuh | A shortened version of Alaina that is easy to pronounce and remember. |
Famous people named Alaina
| Alaina Huffman | Actress | Known for her roles in TV series such as 'Stargate Universe' and 'Supernatural'. |
| Alaina Reed Hall | Actress | Best known for her role as Olivia Robinson on the children's television series 'Sesame Street'. |
| Alaina Coates | Basketball Player | Professional basketball player who played for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA. |
| Alaina Bergsma | Volleyball Player | Professional volleyball player who played for the United States women's national volleyball team. |
| Alaina Moore | Musician | Lead vocalist and guitarist for the indie rock band 'Tennis'. |
Fictional character called Alaina from pop culture
| Alaina | known for | explanation |
| Alaina Huffman | Actress | Canadian actress known for her roles on Stargate Universe, Smallville, and Supernatural |
| Alaina Meyer | Artist | American artist and sculptor, also known as Johnny Galecki's girlfriend |
| Alaina Castillo | Singer | American singer and songwriter known for her R&B and pop music |
| Alaina Beaton | Singer | American singer and rapper known by her stage name Porcelain Black |
| Alaina Reed Hall | Actress | American actress known for her roles on Sesame Street and 227 |
| Alaina Pinto | Journalist | American journalist and news anchor for WHDH-TV in Boston |
| Alaina Huffman | Actress | Canadian actress known for her roles on Stargate Universe, Smallville, and Supernatural |
Frequently Asked Questions about Alaina
| What is the origin of the name Alaina? | The name Alaina is of French origin. |
| What does the name Alaina mean? | The name Alaina means 'dear child' or 'precious'. |
| Is Alaina a popular name? | Yes, Alaina is a moderately popular name in the United States. |
| What famous people have the name Alaina? | Alaina Huffman is a Canadian actress and Alaina Moore is a musician in the band Tennis. |
| Is Alaina a unisex name? | No, Alaina is typically a female name. |
| What are some variations of the name Alaina? | Variations of the name Alaina include Alayna, Elaina, and Elena. |