Aleigha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aleigha is a modern American name derived from the Arabic name Aaliyah, meaning 'exalted' or 'high'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Aaliyah and Aliya. The name is associated with positive traits of elevation and distinction, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed as trendy in contemporary culture.
The name Aleigha is most popular in Tennessee, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aleigha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Aleigha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3722nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1318th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1501st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aleigha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleigha"
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Aleigha is a modern variant of the name Aaliyah, which has Arabic roots meaning 'exalted' or 'high'.
Meaning
exalted, high
Language Evolution
Aaliyah, Aliya, Aleigha
Historical Usage
Aleigha gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a unique spelling variation of Aaliyah.
Variants & Derivatives
Aaliyah, Aliya, Leah
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Aleigha is often perceived as modern and trendy, appealing to parents seeking unique names for their children.
Famous People
Aaliyah Haughton, an American singer and actress known for her influence in music and film.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleigha"
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 "Aleigha"
"Aleigha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3722nd of 27321 | 418 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1318th of 35406 | 2,628 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1501st of 30306 | 1,764 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleigha" 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 "Aleigha" 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) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
- |
70.45% 3659th/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.76% 997th/4582 |
35.82% 1850th/5164 |
15.01% 1098th/7313 |
46.40% 3463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.29% 1167th/3984 |
43.37% 1946th/4487 |
19.17% 1308th/6822 |
51.48% 3231st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleigha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleigha" 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.