Zaliyah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-LEE-ah / /zəˈliːə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to rise'; Hebrew: 'God is my light'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zaliyah is associated with the concept of elevation or rising, symbolizing growth and aspiration. In Hebrew, the name reflects a spiritual connection, emphasizing divine guidance and illumination. Both origins highlight positive attributes and aspirations.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zalia
- Zaliyah
International Variants
- Zalia (Spanish)
- Zalika (Swahili)
Famous people named Zaliyah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zaliyah was first seen in the United States in 2001. Zaliyah has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Zaliyah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zaliyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 62 |
| 2021 | 91 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 86 |