Unisex • Modern Tamil
Alai
அலை
Signature Meaning
Alai is a Tamil word meaning "wave" or "surge." It evokes movement, rhythm, and the sea's energy, suggesting adaptability and a lively spirit. As a name it feels modern and poetic, often chosen by parents who like nature-inspired, short names. The sound is simple and easy to pronounce across languages.
Quick Facts
Gender⚧ Unisex
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
Modern/ˈAlai/
Starts with2 / A
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 6 → Root 6 (Venus / சுக்கிரன்)
A(1) + L(3) + A(1) + I(1) = 6
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 14 → Root 5
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
5· Venus (சுக்கிரன்)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likeAH-lie
Tamil syllablesஅ-லை
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./ˈalai/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
AalaaiAlaeeAalaaeeAlayAalaayAzhai