Alia: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AH-lee-uh · 3 syllables
Alia means “high, exalted”, from Arabic.
Borrowed from Arabic (aliya). The feminine form of Ali.
- Meaning
- high, exalted
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- AH-lee-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #587
- US babies a year
- about 520 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
How popular is Alia?
Alia was the #587 name in the US in 2025, given to 499 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #587 |
| England & Wales | #604 |
| Scotland | #992 |
| Northern Ireland | #397 |
| Ireland | #527 |
| France | #218 |
| Canada | #348 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Alia?
Half of US adults named Alia are older than 29; most are between 19 and 50. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Alia
What does the name Alia mean?
Alia means “high, exalted”. It comes from Arabic.
How do you pronounce Alia?
Alia is pronounced AH-lee-uh.
How popular is the name Alia?
Alia was the #587 name in the US in 2025, given to 499 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Alia?
Half of US adults named Alia are older than 29. Most are between 19 and 50.