Aliah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEE-ah / əˈliːəArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: exalted; Hebrew: God has answered
Historical & Cultural Background
Aliah is a name with roots in both Arabic and Hebrew cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with nobility and high status. In Hebrew, it reflects a connection to spirituality and divine response. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the context of modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Aliah has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aliyah
- Aaliyah
International Variants
- Aliya (Russian)
- Aaliyah (Arabic)
Famous people named Aliah
Aliah K. was a notable figure in the field of education, recognized for her contributions to early childhood development.
Fictional characters named Aliah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aliah was first seen in the United States in 1975. Aliah has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Aliah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aliah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 37 | |
| TX | 30 | |
| FL | 16 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| NJ | 11 | |
| AZ | 9 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1994 | 67 |
| 1995 | 85 |
| 1996 | 92 |
| 1997 | 94 |
| 1998 | 82 |
| 1999 | 109 |
| 2000 | 141 |
| 2001 | 126 |
| 2002 | 140 |
| 2003 | 130 |
| 2004 | 163 |
| 2005 | 164 |
| 2006 | 179 |
| 2007 | 176 |
| 2008 | 189 |
| 2009 | 207 |
| 2010 | 235 |
| 2011 | 225 |
| 2012 | 221 |
| 2013 | 203 |
| 2014 | 179 |
| 2015 | 266 |
| 2016 | 211 |
| 2017 | 227 |
| 2018 | 220 |
| 2019 | 231 |
| 2020 | 187 |
| 2021 | 225 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 198 |
| 2024 | 186 |