Kaliyah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEE-ah / /kəˈliːə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: the beloved; Hebrew: crown
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Kaliyah is often associated with love and affection, reflecting the meaning of 'the beloved.' In Hebrew tradition, the name signifies 'crown,' symbolizing honor and dignity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kaliya
- Kaliyah
International Variants
- Kaliya (Indian)
Famous people named Kaliyah
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Fictional characters named Kaliyah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaliyah was first seen in the United States in 1994. Kaliyah has ranked as high as #732 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kaliyah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaliyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 90 | |
| FL | 67 | |
| CA | 43 | |
| NC | 38 | |
| GA | 36 | |
| NY | 35 | |
| OH | 29 | |
| IL | 24 | |
| SC | 21 | |
| MD | 19 | |
| AL | 19 | |
| IN | 19 | |
| MS | 18 | |
| TN | 18 | |
| PA | 17 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 59 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 70 |
| 1999 | 70 |
| 2000 | 110 |
| 2001 | 244 |
| 2002 | 301 |
| 2003 | 321 |
| 2004 | 361 |
| 2005 | 303 |
| 2006 | 365 |
| 2007 | 421 |
| 2008 | 491 |
| 2009 | 503 |
| 2010 | 511 |
| 2011 | 538 |
| 2012 | 562 |
| 2013 | 576 |
| 2014 | 565 |
| 2015 | 576 |
| 2016 | 501 |
| 2017 | 506 |
| 2018 | 588 |
| 2019 | 547 |
| 2020 | 522 |
| 2021 | 549 |
| 2022 | 497 |
| 2023 | 596 |
| 2024 | 701 |