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Summary

Aliyah is a Hebrew name meaning 'ascent', derived from a word that signifies going up. The name has evolved over time with historical forms reflecting its cultural significance. It is associated with the Jewish tradition of returning to Israel. Today, it is perceived positively as a symbol of strength and cultural pride.

The name Aliyah 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Aliyah has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, too 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 male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Aliyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15544th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18083rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8023rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1035th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 214th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 174th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aliyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.