Ailah
About Ailah
Ailah is a melodic feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It may be a variant of Ayla, which has Turkic roots meaning 'moonlight' or 'halo of light around the moon.' Alternatively, it could be related to the Hebrew name Eilah, meaning 'oak tree' or 'terebinth tree,' symbolizing strength and longevity. In Arabic traditions, similar names like Aila can mean 'from heaven' or 'exalted.' Ailah has a delicate, flowing quality that appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds both contemporary and timeless. While not among the most common girls' names, its lovely sound and positive meanings have contributed to a modest increase in usage in recent years. The name's multicultural background makes it adaptable across different communities while maintaining its distinctive charm.
Pronounced AY-luh.
As of October 2026, Ailah ranked #4549 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3609 in 2020.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #3,609 | 41 | 25.4 |
| 2021 | #3,615 | 42 | 25.6 |
| 2022 | #4,038 | 36 | 21.9 |
| 2023 | #4,872 | 27 | 16.8 |
| 2024 | #4,030 | 36 | 22.2 |
| 2025 | #4,549 | 30 | 18.7 |