Aalayah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aalayah is an Arabic name meaning 'exalted' or 'elevated'. It has evolved from historical forms like Aaliyah and Aliyah. The name reflects traits of highness and aspiration, and it does not have a biblical background. It became popular in the late 20th century, often associated with cultural icons, and is currently perceived positively.
The name Aalayah is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aalayah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aalayah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19434th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4641st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2776th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aalayah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aalayah"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪ.jə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Aalayah is derived from the Arabic root 'علا' (عَلَا) meaning 'to rise' or 'to ascend'. The name is often associated with highness or elevation.
Meaning
exalted, elevated
Language Evolution
Aaliyah, Aliyah, Aalayah
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the African American community, in part due to the influence of notable figures and cultural representations.
Variants & Derivatives
Aaliyah, Aliyah, Aaliyahh
Modern Popularity & Image
Aalayah is viewed positively, often associated with strength, grace, and high aspirations. It has a modern appeal and is frequently chosen for its melodious sound.
Famous People
Aaliyah Haughton - American singer and actress, Aalayah B. - Social media influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aalayah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aalayah"
"Aalayah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4641st of 35406 | 461 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2776th of 30306 | 742 |
Regional Popularity of "Aalayah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aalayah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
62.57% 4576th/7313 |
69.06% 5154th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.34% 2603rd/3984 |
64.07% 2875th/4487 |
39.80% 2715th/6822 |
44.82% 2813th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aalayah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aalayah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.