High, exalted, or sublime
Alaiyah is a modern variant of the Arabic name Aliyah. It carries the meaning of being elevated or of high social and spiritual standing. While the spelling is contemporary, its roots are deeply tied to traditional Semitic names meaning 'to ascend'.
About 131 girls were named Alaiyah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Alaiyah — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
