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Alaney

uh-LAN-ee /əˈlæni/

At a glance

In short
Alaney is a beautiful and unique choice for baby girls.
U.S. rank 2025
#14,942 of girl names (outside the top 1,000)
Babies in 2025
5 (<0.01% of girls)
Trend
Slipping #12,142 in 2020 to #14,942 in 2025
Peak
#10,679 in 2009
First recorded
1992

Meaning of Alaney

The name Alaney is a beautiful and unique choice for baby girls. It has origins in both American and British English, with the pronunciation "uh-LAN-ee" (/əˈlæni/). This name is a variation of the popular names Alana and Alani, which adds to its charm.

In terms of popularity, Alaney has been steadily gaining recognition in recent years. In 2020, it was given to 7 newborns in the United States, ranking at number 12,113. The name's usage has fluctuated over time, but it consistently appears on the radar of parents seeking a distinctive and modern name for their daughters.

Alaney carries with it an air of elegance and grace. It evokes images of strength and femininity, making it a versatile choice that can suit any little girl's personality. Whether you're drawn to its unique sound or appreciate its connection to other beloved names, Alaney is a wonderful option for parents who desire something truly special for their daughter.

How to pronounce Alaney

English

Popularity of Alaney in the U.S.

Alaney was the #14,942 girl name in the U.S. in 2025, with 5 babies. It peaked at #10,679 in 2009. It first appears in the records in 1992.

Bar and line chart: Alaney in the U.S., 1992–2025. Bars: girls given the name each year, most 10 in 2009 and 5 in 2025. Line: rank among girl names, peak #10,679 in 2009, #14,942 in 2025.
  • Girls named Alaney (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 1992–2025. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1992⁠–⁠2025 14 rows
Alaney: babies and rank among girl names in the U.S. by year
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
2025514,942back (not recorded in 2021–2024)
2020712,142back (not recorded in 2015–2019)
2014516,513back (not recorded in 2013)
2012614,962▲ 1,802
2011516,764▼ 1,805
2010614,959▼ 4,280
20091010,679▲ 3,153
2008713,832▲ 1,659
2007615,491back (not recorded in 2006)
2005713,010back (not recorded in 2004)
2003712,408back (not recorded in 1996–2002)
1995513,386▲ 44
1994513,430back (not recorded in 1993)
1992513,317new