High, exalted, or sublime
Alija is a variant of the Arabic name Ali or the Hebrew name Aliyah. It conveys a sense of rising or being elevated in status or spirit. While rare in the United States, it is used across various cultures in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
About 5 boys were named Alija in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
First President of Bosnia and Herzegovina
