Aailyah

Aailyah is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Aaliyah, which has Arabic origins meaning 'high,' 'exalted,' or 'rising.' This alternative spelling with the double 'a' at the beginning gives the name a unique visual quality while maintaining the melodic pronunciation of the more common version. Aaliyah gained significant popularity in the United States and beyond following the success of the R&B singer Aaliyah, who rose to fame in the 1990s before her tragic death in 2001. As a variant spelling, Aailyah is much rarer than the standard Aaliyah, which consistently ranks among popular baby names in many Western countries. The name carries connotations of elevation, dignity, and grace.

Pronounced ah-LEE-uh.

As of October 2026, Aailyah ranked #15295 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #7217 in 2010.