Alliyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alliyah originates from Arabic, meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime'. It evolved from the Arabic 'Aliyy' through Hebrew forms to its modern usage. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and grace, though it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively today.
The name Alliyah is most popular in Florida, 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, Alliyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alliyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4147th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1539th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3825th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alliyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alliyah"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Alliyah is derived from the Arabic word 'Aliyy', which means 'exalted' or 'sublime'. It is often used in various forms across cultures.
Meaning
exalted, sublime
Language Evolution
Aliyy (Arabic), Aliyah (Hebrew), Alliyah (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among English-speaking communities, partly due to its use in popular culture and music.
Variants & Derivatives
Aliyah, Ali, Alia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alliyah is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and grace.
Famous People
Alliyah (Aaliyah Dana Haughton), an American singer and actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alliyah"
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 "Alliyah"
"Alliyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4147th of 27321 | 361 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1539th of 35406 | 2,158 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3825th of 30306 | 476 |
Regional Popularity of "Alliyah" 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 "Alliyah" 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) |
59.46% 2191st/3685 |
52.69% 2358th/4475 |
42.70% 2218th/5194 |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.41% 1485th/4582 |
30.96% 1599th/5164 |
20.21% 1478th/7313 |
27.07% 2020th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
55.48% 3785th/6822 |
62.95% 3951st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alliyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alliyah" 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.