Aliyah

Girl's name

Aliyah is a Hebrew name meaning "to ascend" or "to go up." It is derived from the Hebrew word "aliyah," which means "ascent" or "going up."

Meaning High, ascending
Origin Arabic
U.S. births in 2023 1,311 Falling
Peak year 2011

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Aliyah Kolf - Dutch singer and actress.
  • Aliyah O'Brien - Canadian actress.
  • Aliyah Moulden - American singer, The Voice contestant.
  • Aliyah Boston - American basketball player, NCAA champion.
  • Aliyah Lee - American TikTok star, social media influencer.

Sisters for Aliyah

Girl names closely related to Aliyah

Aaliyah Jasmine Jade Luna Emily Melody Vanessa Alyssa

Brothers for Aliyah

Boy names closely related to Aliyah

Alex Elias Adrian Isaiah Jonathan Eric Aaron Ares

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Aliyah

Aaliyah Aleah Aliah Aliya Jaliyah

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