High, exalted, or sublime
Aaliayah is a modern phonetic variant of the Arabic name Aaliyah. It shares the same root meaning of rising, ascending, or holding a high social or spiritual status. While the spelling is more elaborate than the traditional version, it retains the lyrical quality and powerful meaning of the original.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Aaliayah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
