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Alizah

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Pronounced ah-LEE-zuh /Ι‘ΛΛˆliː.zΙ™/High

Meaning: joyful, cheerful, merryHigh

In 30 seconds: Alizah is a Hebrew name meaning joyful or cheerful, a variant of Aliza. It has a light musical sound and carries a beautiful expression of happiness in the Jewish naming tradition.
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Origin HighHebrew
Meaningjoyful, cheerful, merry
U.S. rank (2024)#2296 β†˜ Falling
2024 U.S. births80 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 1,372

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202219902024

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

History & Origin

Alizah is a variant spelling of the Hebrew Aliza, meaning joyful or cheerful, from the root aliz. It is used in Jewish communities as a name expressing happiness and positivity.

Alizah has grown in use in Jewish communities and among non-Jewish parents drawn to its melodic sound and positive meaning. The -ah ending is a common Hebrew feminine suffix that gives it an authentic Hebrew feel.

Did you know? In Hebrew, the word aliz (joyful) shares a spiritual sense with simcha (Χ©ΧžΧ—Χ”) β€” joy β€” one of the most central values in Jewish life, where celebrations are called simchas and joyfulness is considered a religious obligation.
Overall data confidence 88%
Brown, Driver, Briggs Hebrew Lexicon β€” reference for AlizahBehind the Name: Aliza β€” name etymology referenceJewish Name Studies β€” reference for Alizah

Variations

AlizaAlizhaAleezaAlisa

Nicknames

AliLiza

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Frequently Asked

What does Alizah mean?

Alizah means joyful or cheerful in Hebrew, from the root aliz.

How do you pronounce Alizah?

Alizah is pronounced ah-LEE-zuh (/Ι‘ΛΛˆliː.zΙ™/), with three syllables.

Is Alizah a girl's name?

Yes, Alizah is a feminine Hebrew name.

How popular is the name Alizah?

Alizah is used in Jewish communities and growing among parents who appreciate its melodic Hebrew sound.