Aleigh Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-LAY / /əˈleɪ/English; Variant of Aaliyah
Meaning
Exalted; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Aleigh is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Aaliyah, which has Arabic roots. The name reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and phonetic variations. Aleigh is primarily used for girls and has been embraced for its melodic sound.
Trend Summary
Aleigh has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aleigha
- Aly
- Aaliyah
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aleigh was first seen in the United States in 1987. Aleigh has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Aleigh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aleigh (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |