High, exalted, sublime
Aaleeyah is a variant spelling of the Arabic name Aliyah. It signifies high social standing or a spiritual loftiness, often interpreted as 'ascending' or 'sublime'. While the spelling is modern and elaborate, the roots are deeply traditional.
Influential R&B singer and actress known as the 'Princess of R&B'
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).