Aaliyah
Origin and Meaning
The name Aaliyah is a girl's name of african origin meaning “high, exalted”.
Aaliyah is a beautiful name with Swahili roots, meaning 'high' or 'exalted'. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world largely thanks to the late R&B singer Aaliyah Haughton, who left a lasting legacy with her music. Often chosen for its melodic sound, Aaliyah has a variety of spellings, including Aliyah and Aleah. Nicknames like Liyah or Ally make it versatile and endearing.
At a Glance
| Origin | african |
| Gender | Girl |
| Meaning | high, exalted |
| Popularity | ★★★★☆ (8/10) |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Starts with | A |
| Styles | popular, unique |
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