Sariyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sariyah is an Arabic name meaning 'night journey' or 'companion'. It has evolved from its Arabic roots through various historical forms. The name carries traits of elegance and spiritual significance, while having no direct biblical relevance. It has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly within the Muslim community.
The name Sariyah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Sariyah has been too falling 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, 'Sariyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1736th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 791st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sariyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sariyah"
Pronunciation
/sɑːˈriː.ə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Sariyah is derived from Arabic roots, often associated with the meaning 'night journey' or 'travelling at night'. It can also relate to the concept of being a companion in a journey.
Meaning
night journey, companion
Language Evolution
سَرِيَة (Sariyah), سَارِيَة (Sariyah), سَرَى (Sara)
Historical Usage
The name Sariyah has gained popularity in the Muslim community, particularly in the last few decades, as it reflects cultural and spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Sari, Sariya, Sariya
Modern Popularity & Image
Sariyah is viewed positively in contemporary society, often associated with elegance and grace. It is frequently chosen for its beautiful sound and meaningful connotations.
Famous People
Sariyah Al-Najjar, a noted poet, Sariyah Al-Jabari, a prominent activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sariyah"
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 "Sariyah"
"Sariyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1736th of 35406 | 1,840 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 791st of 30306 | 4,186 |
Regional Popularity of "Sariyah" 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 "Sariyah" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.09% 1791st/4582 |
29.94% 1546th/5164 |
17.46% 1277th/7313 |
30.78% 2297th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.59% 900th/3984 |
16.92% 759th/4487 |
8.93% 609th/6822 |
20.78% 1304th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sariyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sariyah" 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.