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Aaliyah

“High, exalted”

ah-LEE-yah Arabic origin 7 letters 3 syllables
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Aaliyah

High, exalted

Arabic

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Sublime

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

3

About this name

Aaliyah is an Arabic name meaning high, exalted, or sublime. It gained immense popularity in Western cultures during the late 20th century.

It is pronounced ah-LEE-yah. It is traditionally associated with Islam. It is associated with themes of Noble and Spiritual. Its listed personality traits are Ambitious, Graceful and Confident. It has 3 syllables and 7 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Alia and Aliyah.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Aaliyah mean?

The name Aaliyah means "High, exalted."

What origin is the name Aaliyah?

Aaliyah is of Arabic origin.

Is Aaliyah a boy or girl name?

Aaliyah is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Aaliyah?

Aaliyah is pronounced ah-LEE-yah.

Is Aaliyah popular?

Aaliyah has a popularity score of 88 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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