Alayiah

Alayiah Origin and Meaning

The name Alayiah is a girl's name.

Alayiah is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Aliyah or Aaliyah. The name Aaliyah has Arabic origins meaning 'high,' 'exalted,' or 'rising.' This particular spelling variation adds distinctiveness while maintaining the melodic quality of the original name. Alayiah likely gained some recognition following the popularity of R&B singer Aaliyah in the 1990s, though this specific spelling remains uncommon. The name has a flowing, musical quality with its sequence of vowels. Alayiah carries spiritual connotations of ascension or rising in several cultural contexts and offers a unique alternative to more common spellings of the name.