Immortal, everlasting, or friend
Khaliyah is a modern American variation of the Arabic name Khalia or Khaliyah. It is often associated with the Arabic word 'khulud', meaning immortality or eternity, or derived from 'khalil', meaning a close friend.
About 49 girls were named Khaliyah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).