Holding steady.
Popularity of Alliya since 1995
Babies named Alliya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 137 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Alliya is a modern American respelling of Aaliyah, a name that has been in steady but limited use in the United States since it first appeared in Social Security records in 1995. The name saw its peak year in 2002, and its trajectory suggests stable, low-frequency usage rather than a steep rise or decline. Because Alliya has never ranked in the top 1,000, it remains a distinctive choice. Its similarity to the more familiar Aaliyah gives it a recognizable sound while offering a less common spelling. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular state or region in the available data.
Alliya is most likely a respelling of Aaliyah, itself derived from the Arabic root 'a-l-y' (to be high, exalted). The name has gained popularity among English-speaking families as a feminine given name since the 1990s, partly influenced by the singer Aaliyah. Its spelling variant Alliya became established in the United States starting in 1995.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Lee, Yaya
Sibling names for Alliya
Names that share Alliya's style, for a brother or sister.
