Aliah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aliah is an Arabic name meaning 'exalted' or 'noble'. It has evolved from the root name Ali and is associated with qualities of high status. The name has gained popularity in various cultures and is currently viewed positively, reflecting strength and dignity. It does not have a biblical relevance.
The name Aliah is most popular in Arizona, 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, Aliah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too 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, 'Aliah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10266th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3483rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1332nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1159th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aliah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aliah"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aliah is derived from the Arabic word 'Ali', which means 'exalted' or 'noble'. It embodies qualities of high status and honor.
Meaning
Exalted, noble
Language Evolution
Ali, Aliah, Aliya
Historical Usage
The name Aliah has gained popularity in various cultures, especially among Arabic-speaking communities, and has seen a rise in use in Western societies in recent decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Ali, Alia, Aaliyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Aliah is perceived as modern and elegant, often associated with positive traits such as strength and dignity.
Famous People
Aaliyah Haughton, Aliah K. McNab
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aliah"
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 "Aliah"
"Aliah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10266th of 19264 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3483rd of 27321 | 459 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1332nd of 35406 | 2,581 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1159th of 30306 | 2,552 |
Regional Popularity of "Aliah" 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 "Aliah" 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) |
64.78% 2387th/3685 |
59.66% 2670th/4475 |
59.49% 3090th/5194 |
67.37% 4256th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.48% 1763rd/4582 |
34.39% 1776th/5164 |
20.50% 1499th/7313 |
15.02% 1121st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.44% 1611th/3984 |
25.67% 1152nd/4487 |
18.41% 1256th/6822 |
14.23% 893rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aliah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aliah" 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.