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Ghalia
Pronounced GAH-lee-ah /ΛΙ‘Ι.li.Ι/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic ghaliya, 'precious, valuable, dear, beloved' (also a fragrant perfume of musk and amber)Medium
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
Ghalia comes from Arabic ghaliya, 'precious, valuable, dear, beloved' (and the name of a prized perfume blended from musk, amber, and other fragrances). A soft, warm, elegant name across the Arab world (said 'GAH-lee-ah').
In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, precious-and-beloved at the root, and elegant.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ghalia mean?
Ghalia is Arabic for 'precious, valuable, dear, beloved' (and a fragrant perfume).
How do you pronounce Ghalia?
It's said GAH-lee-ah /ΛΙ‘Ι.li.Ι/ β three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Ghalia a boy or girl name?
Ghalia is a girl's name.
How popular is Ghalia?
Ghalia is a rare name in the U.S.