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Aaliyah

female

Meaning

"Exalted, High"

From an Arabic root meaning elevation, it is used across Muslim communities and gained broader visibility in late twentieth-century English contexts.

Popularity History of Aaliyah

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#93Top 100

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#93

Aaliyah was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-8

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Aaliyah Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Aaliyah.

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Similar Names to Aaliyah

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Amber

“Amber Resin”

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Aliyah

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Aniyah

“Concern; Intention”

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Aisha

“Living; Prosperous”

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Amira

“Princess; Leader”

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Amina

“Trustworthy; Faithful”

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Aniya

“Concern; Intention”

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Aida

“Returning Visitor”

#1242
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Alia

“Exalted Ascending”

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Amani

“Peace”

#634
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Baby Name Lists That Include Aaliyah

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Quick Facts

OriginArabic
Syllables2
Length7 letters

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