High, exalted, or sublime
In Arabic, the name signifies high social standing or spiritual loftiness. It is also a variant of the Hebrew name Aliyah, which refers to the act of immigrating to Israel, literally meaning 'ascent'.
About 330 girls were named Aliya in 2025.
Olympic gold medalist gymnast
Kazakhstani businesswoman and film producer
Soviet sniper and Hero of the Soviet Union
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Aliya — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
