Aly

♂ Boy

Pronounced AH-lee /ˈɑ.li/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Ali — from Arabic ali, 'exalted, noble, high, sublime'Medium

In 30 seconds: Exalted and noble: Aly spells Ali — Arabic 'high, sublime'. Strong, revered, and warm (Prince Aly Khan).

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningSpelling of Ali — from Arabic ali, 'exalted, noble, high, sublime'

U.S. rank (2025)#6162 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2000

Total births (all-time)≈ 714

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

Aly is a spelling of Ali — from Arabic ali, 'exalted, noble, high, sublime' (cousin of the Prophet, the fourth caliph). A strong, revered name; the -y spelling (Prince Aly Khan) personalizes it.

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, exalted at the root, and revered.

Did you know? Ali, 'exalted, noble, high', is one of Islam's most revered names (the Prophet's cousin) — Aly is a French/elegant spelling (Prince Aly Khan).

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Ali — root etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aly mean?

Aly spells Ali — Arabic 'exalted, noble, high'.

How do you pronounce Aly?

It's said AH-lee /ˈɑ.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aly a boy or girl name?

Aly is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name (the Arabic Ali).

How popular is Aly?

Aly is a rare name in the U.S.