Ala
/ayluh/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Ala is a English name meaning "Defending men". The etymology of Ala is debated, with potential roots in various cultures. Some suggest connections to Germanic names beginning with 'Al-' meaning 'all' or 'noble,' while others propose Slavic or even Turkish origins.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic ayluh
IPA eɪlə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ayluh. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Ala
- · Ala Boratyn - Polish Writer
- · Ala Kushnir - Soviet-Israeli chess player
- · Ala von Auersperg - Fashion Designer
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