High, exalted, or sublime
Aaliah is a variant of the Arabic name Aliyah, which signifies high social standing or spiritual exaltation. It shares roots with the Hebrew name Aliyah, meaning 'to ascend.' This specific spelling is a modern elaboration of the traditional form.
About 9 girls were named Aaliah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).