Aaliyah is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #148 in 2024 with 339 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2002 with 533 births ranking #92. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 205.4%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 761 girls born was named Aaliyah. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Aaliyah is a graceful Arabic name meaning high or exalted. It feels elegant, modern, and widely loved across cultures.
The name became especially visible internationally in recent decades and has remained popular because of its softness and strong meaning. Its appeal bridges tradition and contemporary style very naturally.