Jariyah
92% girls · 8% boys
About Jariyah
Jariyah is a feminine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'flowing water' or 'stream.' This beautiful and melodious name carries connotations of purity, movement, and life-giving properties associated with water in desert cultures. While traditionally used in Muslim communities, Jariyah has gained popularity in diverse communities in recent years as parents seek distinctive names with meaningful origins. The name has a rhythmic quality that makes it both elegant and memorable. In some interpretations, Jariyah is associated with generosity and continuous giving, as flowing water nourishes everything in its path. Its usage in the United States has been gradually increasing since the early 2000s, particularly in multicultural communities.
Jariyah is also given to boys, where it ranks #10115 in the US.
Pronounced jah-REE-yuh.
As of October 2026, Jariyah ranked #2372 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2198 in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,597 | 68 | 38.1 |
| 2015 | #2,571 | 70 | 39.2 |
| 2016 | #2,579 | 69 | 38.9 |
| 2017 | #2,727 | 63 | 36.5 |
| 2018 | #3,223 | 50 | 29.4 |
| 2019 | #2,941 | 56 | 33.4 |
| 2020 | #3,038 | 53 | 32.8 |
| 2021 | #2,655 | 65 | 39.6 |
| 2022 | #3,093 | 53 | 32.3 |
| 2023 | #3,447 | 46 | 28.7 |
| 2024 | #2,534 | 70 | 43.2 |
| 2025 | #2,372 | 76 | 47.3 |