Aaleyah
2025 SSA
About Aaleyah
Aaleyah is a feminine name representing a modern variation of Aaliyah, which has Arabic origins meaning 'high,' 'exalted,' or 'rising.' The distinctive spelling with the additional 'e' gives the name a unique touch while maintaining the melodic pronunciation. The name gained significant attention following the rise to fame of the American singer Aaliyah in the 1990s. This alternative spelling has grown in popularity among parents seeking a slightly distinctive version of the more common Aaliyah. The name carries connotations of dignity, elevation, and achievement. Its appealing sound pattern, with flowing vowels, contributes to its musical quality and feminine charm across different cultures.
Pronounced ah-LAY-uh.
As of October 2026, Aaleyah ranked #5722 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1477 for girls in 2015.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,891 | 106 | 59.3 |
| 2015 | #1,477 | 155 | 86.8 |
| 2016 | #1,928 | 104 | 58.7 |
| 2017 | #2,034 | 96 | 55.6 |
| 2018 | #2,361 | 77 | 45.3 |
| 2019 | #3,039 | 53 | 31.6 |
| 2020 | #3,060 | 52 | 32.2 |
| 2021 | #3,675 | 41 | 25 |
| 2022 | #4,293 | 33 | 20.1 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |