Aalyiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aalyiah originates from Arabic, meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime'. The name has evolved from 'aliyy' and has variants such as Aaliyah and Aliyah. It reflects traits of beauty and strength, and while it has no biblical relevance, it gained significant popularity in the late 20th century through cultural influence.
The name Aalyiah is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Aalyiah has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aalyiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4004th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6697th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aalyiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aalyiah"
Pronunciation
/ɑːˈliːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aalyiah is derived from the Arabic word 'aliyy', which means 'exalted' or 'sublime'. It is often associated with high status or nobility.
Meaning
Exalted, sublime
Language Evolution
Aliyy, Aaliyah, Aalyiah
Historical Usage
The name Aalyiah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, largely influenced by the rise of the R&B singer Aaliyah.
Variants & Derivatives
Aaliyah, Aliyah, Alyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Aalyiah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with beauty and strength due to its ties to cultural icons.
Famous People
Aaliyah Dana Haughton, American singer and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aalyiah"
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 "Aalyiah"
"Aalyiah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15284th of 27321 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4004th of 35406 | 556 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6697th of 30306 | 213 |
Regional Popularity of "Aalyiah" 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 "Aalyiah" 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 |
- |
51.91% 3796th/7313 |
66.78% 4984th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
92.10% 6283rd/6822 |
91.08% 5716th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aalyiah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aalyiah" 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.