Liyah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-ah / ˈliː.əHebrew; Arabic; English
Meaning
God is my light (Hebrew); night (Arabic); variation of Leah (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Liyah is derived from 'Leah,' a biblical name meaning 'weary' or 'delicate.' In Arabic, it can mean 'night,' reflecting a poetic quality. The name has also gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a modern variation.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Leah
- Lia
- Liya
International Variants
- Lea (Italian)
- Liya (Arabic)
- Léa (French)
Famous people named Liyah
Liyah K. — singer.
Liyah J. — influencer.
Fictional characters named Liyah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liyah was first seen in the United States in 1994. Liyah has ranked as high as #1230 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Liyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 89 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2004 | 114 |
| 2005 | 120 |
| 2006 | 105 |
| 2007 | 98 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 97 |
| 2010 | 105 |
| 2011 | 88 |
| 2012 | 114 |
| 2013 | 99 |
| 2014 | 97 |
| 2015 | 96 |
| 2016 | 68 |
| 2017 | 89 |
| 2018 | 85 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 59 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 36 |