Sublime, high, or dwelling
Aalaya is a modern name with multiple possible roots. It is often seen as a variant of the Arabic name Aliyah, meaning 'sublime' or 'exalted,' or the Sanskrit word Alaya, meaning 'dwelling' or 'abode.'
About 15 girls were named Aalaya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
