Aleah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aleah has Hebrew origins, meaning 'to ascend' or 'to go up'. It has evolved from the Hebrew 'Aliyah' and has seen various forms over the years. Aleah is associated with positive traits such as aspiration and grace. It does not have a biblical background but has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Western cultures.
The name Aleah is most popular in Nevada, 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, Aleah has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Aleah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4781st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1334th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 615th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 544th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aleah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleah"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Aleah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Aliyah', which means 'to ascend' or 'to go up'.
Meaning
ascend, go up
Language Evolution
Aliyah, Aleiah, Aleah
Historical Usage
The name Aleah gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been used in various cultures, particularly among those who appreciate Hebrew names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aliyah, Aaliyah, Alia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aleah is perceived as a modern, unique name that conveys a sense of grace and aspiration.
Famous People
Aaliyah Haughton, American singer and actress, Aleah Stanbridge, British singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleah"
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 "Aleah"
"Aleah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4781st of 19264 | 184 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1334th of 27321 | 1,841 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 615th of 35406 | 7,438 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 544th of 30306 | 6,851 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleah" 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 "Aleah" 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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.03% 1217th/3685 |
28.25% 1264th/4475 |
29.55% 1535th/5194 |
22.38% 1414th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.89% 499th/4582 |
13.75% 710th/5164 |
8.30% 607th/7313 |
9.15% 683rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.70% 546th/3984 |
12.50% 561st/4487 |
8.09% 552nd/6822 |
8.06% 506th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleah" 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.