Alilah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEE-lah / əˈliːləArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
night; God is my God
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Alilah is derived from 'lailah,' meaning 'night,' often associated with beauty and tranquility. In Hebrew, it is linked to the name Eliana, meaning 'God is my God,' reflecting a strong spiritual connection. Both origins highlight themes of nature and divinity, making the name significant in various cultural contexts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alila
- Alilahh
International Variants
- Alila (Spanish)
- Eliana (Hebrew)
- Laila (Arabic)
Famous people named Alilah
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Fictional characters named Alilah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alilah was first seen in the United States in 2006. Alilah has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Alilah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alilah (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 19 |