girl name · Arabic origin
Aaliyah
/ ah-LEE-uh /
Meaning
Aaliyah means Exalted, sublime (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
ah-LEE-uh
Popularity
#101 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Aaliyah in the US, 1880–2025
Aaliyah first appears in US records in 1976. It peaked in 2012, when 5,523 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,607.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Aaliyah mean?
From the Arabic, “exalted” or “sublime,” the feminine of Ali.
Names like Aaliyah
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aaliyah mean?
Aaliyah means Exalted, sublime. From the Arabic, “exalted” or “sublime,” the feminine of Ali.
What is the origin of the name Aaliyah?
Aaliyah is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Aaliyah?
Aaliyah is pronounced “ah-LEE-uh.”
Is Aaliyah a boy or a girl name?
Aaliyah is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Aaliyah?
In 2025, Aaliyah ranked #101 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Aaliyah most popular?
Aaliyah was most popular in 2012, when about 5,523 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.