Aaliyha
About Aaliyha
Aaliyha is a feminine name representing a spelling variation of Aaliyah, which has Arabic origins meaning 'exalted,' 'high,' or 'sublime.' The traditional Aaliyah gained significant popularity in the United States following the success of the R&B singer Aaliyah who rose to fame in the 1990s. Aaliyha offers a subtle twist on this popular name while maintaining its melodic sound and cultural roots. The additional 'h' creates a unique spelling while preserving the name's flowing pronunciation. While less common than Aaliyah, this variation appeals to parents seeking to honor the name's Arabic heritage while providing a slightly distinctive twist.
Pronounced ah-LEE-yah.
As of October 2026, Aaliyha ranked #15683 in US births in 2018 SSA, peaked at #3461 in 2002.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |