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Aleyah

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Pronounced uh-LAY-uh /ə.ˈleɪ.ə/Medium

Meaning: High, lofty, sublimeMedium

In 30 seconds: Aleyah is a modern English girl's name carrying the meaning 'high, lofty, sublime'.

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Origin MediumEnglish

MeaningHigh, lofty, sublime

U.S. rank (2025)#1710 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births119 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2012

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,805

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aleyah is read as 'high, lofty, sublime', a sense of elevation and grace. It is one of many flowing spellings in the Aliyah family that have taken hold in English-speaking use. The specific arrangement of letters is modern, and the meaning is what carries it.

The name rises softly across its syllables, matching the 'lofty' idea at its core. Its spelling is one of several interchangeable forms, so it reads as a personal touch on a familiar sound.

Did you know? Aleyah is a spelling variant of Alayah, so it keeps the same core meaning of 'high, lofty, sublime' while changing the visual style.

Overall data confidence 70%

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If you like Aleyah…

Aliyah— the established spelling Aleyah echoes, with the same 'high, lofty' meaning

Aaliyah— a related form sharing the same sound and 'sublime' sense

Alaya— a trimmed cousin in the same name family

Avayah— shares the -ah ending

Alannah— shares Aleyah's English roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aleyah mean?

Aleyah is usually explained as meaning 'high, lofty, sublime' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Aleyah?

It's commonly said uh-LAY-uh /ə.ˈleɪ.ə/.

Is Aleyah a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Aleyah is used as a girl name.

How popular is Aleyah?

In 2024, Aleyah ranked #1891 in the U.S. for girls, with 105 births recorded.