Declining since 2001, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Alliah since 1994
Babies named Alliah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 137 |
| 2000s | 255 |
| 2010s | 163 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Alliah is a modern name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1994. Its spelling reflects a trend of using '-iah' endings to create distinctive names. The name reached its peak rank of 11,932 in 2001, but has seen a gradual decline since, with a trajectory of falling usage. In 2025, approximately 1 in 229,610 newborn girls received the name. While its origin is not definitively established, it is widely considered a creative respelling of Aaliyah, itself derived from Arabic. Alliah has not consistently ranked among the top names in any U.S. state, indicating a scattered but present usage. The name's appeal lies in its melodic sound and connection to the more established Aaliyah, offering a unique alternative for parents seeking a contemporary name.
Alliah is a modern English coinage, likely formed from the popular name Aaliyah (from Arabic 'aliyya, meaning 'exalted') with a fashionable '-iah' suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1994 and gained moderate usage in the early 2000s. Its spelling distinguishes it from more common variants like Aaliyah or Aliyah.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Lia
Sibling names for Alliah
Names that share Alliah's style, for a brother or sister.
