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Aliyha
How to Pronounce Aliyha
Pronounced ah-LEE-uh /ΙΛΛliΛ.Ι/Medium
Meaning: Aliyha is a variant spelling of Aaliyah, an Arabic name meaning 'exalted, high, lofty', the feminine of Ali. The rearranged letters keep the sound while giving a personal look; it is one of many spellings that followed Aaliyah's rise.Low
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Aliyha is a respelling of Aaliyah, the Arabic name for 'exalted' or 'lofty'. After Aaliyah became widely loved, dozens of variant spellings appeared; Aliyha rearranges the letters for a distinctive look while preserving the graceful three-beat sound.
It has never been common, given to only about twenty girls a year at its high near 2001, far behind the standard Aaliyah. Bearers are mostly young, matching the name's recent popularity.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Aliyha mean?
It respells Aaliyah, an Arabic name meaning 'exalted' or 'lofty'.
How do you pronounce Aliyha?
It is said ah-LEE-uh /ΙΛΛliΛ.Ι/, three syllables with the stress on the second.
Is Aliyha a boy or girl name?
Aliyha is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Aliyha?
It has always been rare, given to only a handful of girls a year, far behind the standard Aaliyah.