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Aaliyah | Meaning, Origin & History | The Name Library

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Aaliyah

Aliya, Aaliyah, Alia or Aliyah is an Arabic feminine given name. It is the feminine of the name Ali, meaning "high", "exalted", "sublime", "rising" or "ascending".

Arabic originMuslim traditionShort

Meaning

high

Snapshot

A girl name with 2 syllables. Currently considered common.

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Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Aaliyah is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, meaning 'high' or 'exalted.' It is often associated with nobility and elevated status. The name has gained significant popularity in recent decades, particularly in Western cultures, partly due to the influence of the American singer Aaliyah.

Famous Namesakes

Aaliyah bint Al-Husayn, Aaliyah (singer)

Nicknames & Variations

Li, Lee, Yaya

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