Alija Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEE-yah / /əˈliːjə/Arabic; Slavic
Meaning
exalted, noble (Arabic); defender (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Alija is often associated with nobility and high status, reflecting a sense of honor. In Slavic contexts, it can be linked to the meaning of a protector or defender, often used in historical narratives of valor.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Aliya
- Alyah
International Variants
- Ali (Arabic)
- Alija (Bosnian)
Famous people named Alija
Alija Izetbegović — Bosnian politician.
Alija S. K. — notable artist.
Fictional characters named Alija
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alija was first seen in the United States in 2001. Alija has ranked as high as #1360 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Alija has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alija
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |