Alijah Boy

Popularity: #428 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-LIE-jah //əˈlaɪ.dʒə//

Origin: Hebrew; Arabic

Meaning: Hebrew: 'God is my salvation'; Arabic: 'noble'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Alijah is derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu, which means "My God is Yahweh." The name Eliyahu has its roots in the Hebrew Bible, where Elijah is a significant prophet in the Old Testament, known for his role in defending the worship of Yahweh against the Canaanite deity Baal. The name underwent various transformations as it passed through different languages and cultures.

In Greek, it was rendered as Elias, and in Latin, it became Elias as well. The name was further adapted into Old French as Élie before entering the English language as Elijah, which has been used since the Middle Ages.

Historically, Elijah is a prominent figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, with his story appearing in texts such as the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. In the Hebrew Bible, he is known for his miraculous deeds and his ascension to heaven in a whirlwind, which has inspired numerous artistic and literary works throughout the centuries.

The name Elijah has been borne by various saints and has been used in significant religious texts, including the King James Bible, which was published in the early 17th century and helped to solidify the name's presence in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Alijah, as a variant of Elijah, carries connotations of strength and divine connection, reflecting the characteristics of the biblical prophet.

The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing faith and resilience. In some contexts, diminutive forms such as Eli or Lijah have emerged, further enriching the name's legacy.

The enduring nature of the name Alijah and its variants can be attributed to their deep historical roots and the significant cultural narratives associated with the figure of Elijah.

Famous people named Alijah

In this section, you will find notable people named Alijah. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Alijah who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Alijah who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Alijah Vera-Tucker is a football player best known for playing offensive lineman for the New York Jets.

Alijah Anjuman is a musician best known for his work in the genre of hip-hop and R&B.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Alijah, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

ElijahIsaiahAmariZionMalachiJosiah

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Alijah. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AliAaliyahKhalilZaireJamalZaydenAmirZion

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Alijah was first seen in the United States in 1987.

Alijah has ranked as high as #803 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Alijah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Alijah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alijah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alijah.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 665 651 14
2024 761 739 22
2023 720 702 18
2022 687 653 34
2021 792 762 30
2020 716 669 47
2019 662 606 56
2018 645 590 55
2017 680 619 61
2016 644 588 56
2015 707 621 86
2014 609 580 29
2013 550 526 24
2012 628 600 28
2011 606 582 24
2010 584 553 31
2009 622 580 42
2008 636 588 48
2007 508 468 40
2006 489 418 71
2005 429 379 50
2004 389 333 56
2003 367 300 67
2002 322 266 56
2001 257 172 85
2000 197 142 55
1999 186 133 53
1998 160 104 56
1997 129 91 38
1996 117 79 38
1995 71 44 27
1994 57 33 24
1993 38 21 17
1992 18 12 6
1991 14 8 6
1990 8 8 0
1989 6 6 0
1987 5 5 0

Top States for Alijah (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 119
17%
CA 81
12%
FL 62
9%
GA 39
6%
OH 28
4%
IL 27
4%
NY 25
4%
PA 25
4%
NC 22
3%
SC 21
3%
NJ 20
3%
WA 19
3%
AL 18
3%
IN 16
2%
AZ 15
2%
MI 15
2%
LA 14
2%
KY 13
2%
VA 13
2%
TN 12
2%
NM 11
2%
NV 10
1%
OK 10
1%
AR 9
1%
MO 9
1%
MA 8
1%
MD 8
1%
CT 7
1%
WV 7
1%
AK 5
1%
MS 5
1%
WI 5
1%
CO 5
1%