Declining since 2012, #4,987 for girls today.
Popularity of Aleeyah since 1993
Babies named Aleeyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 142 |
| 2000s | 404 |
| 2010s | 764 |
| 2020s | 207 |
Meaning & origin
Aleeyah is a modern spelling variant of Aaliyah, a name rooted in Arabic and meaning 'ascending' or 'exalted'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1993, reflecting the growing influence of the singer Aaliyah, who rose to fame in the late 1990s. The name reached its peak popularity in 2012, ranking among the top 5000 names. However, its trajectory since 2012 has been falling, as indicated by the Social Security data. In 2025, it ranked 4987th, with approximately 1 in every 61818 newborn girls receiving the name. Geographically, Aleeyah was most popular in California, suggesting a concentration in states with diverse populations. Despite its decline, Aleeyah remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with cultural resonance and a melodic sound.
Aleeyah is a modern spelling variant of Aaliyah, a name derived from the Arabic root 'a-l-w', meaning 'to ascend' or 'be high'. The name gained popularity in the United States after the rise of singer Aaliyah in the late 1990s, entering the Social Security Administration's records in 1993.
Where Aleeyah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aleeyah” around the world
Where Aleeyah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Lee, Leah
Sibling names for Aleeyah
Names that share Aleeyah's style, for a brother or sister.
