Alya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alya is an Arabic name meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime', derived from the word 'عالية'. The name has evolved from its Arabic roots into various forms in other languages. It is associated with noble traits and has gained popularity in both Eastern and Western cultures. There is no biblical relevance to the name, but it is viewed favorably in modern contexts.
The name Alya is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Alya 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, 'Alya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8234th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3963rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1827th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alya"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːljə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Alya is derived from the Arabic word 'عالية' (ʿāliyah), which means 'exalted' or 'sublime'. It is often used to denote a person of high status or noble character.
Meaning
exalted, sublime
Language Evolution
Alya (Arabic), Alia (Latinized form), Alyah (Anglicized variant)
Historical Usage
The name Alya has gained popularity in various cultures, especially in the Middle East and among Arabic-speaking communities. It has seen a rise in usage in Western countries in recent years as a unique name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Alia, Alyah, Aly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alya is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and strength. It is favored by parents looking for unique names with cultural significance.
Famous People
Alya Janmohamed, a notable British activist, Alya Sachi, an emerging artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alya"
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 "Alya"
"Alya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8234th of 27321 | 133 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3963rd of 35406 | 566 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1827th of 30306 | 1,357 |
Regional Popularity of "Alya" 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 "Alya" 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) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
93.37% 4278th/4582 |
56.89% 2938th/5164 |
60.69% 4438th/7313 |
47.59% 3552nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.71% 2379th/3984 |
30.87% 1385th/4487 |
27.37% 1867th/6822 |
25.35% 1591st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alya" 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.