Aleia
Aleia is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Exalted, noble, or to ascend.
Origin and history
Aleia is a modern feminine name likely derived as a variant of Aaliyah, which comes from Arabic meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime', or as a phonetic variant of the Hebrew name Aliyah. It has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States in recent years as parents favor melodic, vowel-rich names. It offers a contemporary, soft sound while carrying traditional linguistic roots.
Popularity in the United States
3,223 babies in the United States have been named Aleia since 1880. It ranks #3133 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #973.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.5 %)
- TX (18.4 %)
- FL (8.5 %)
- NY (6.8 %)
- AZ (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 177 |
| 1990-2000 | 362 |
| 2000-2010 | 446 |
| 2010-2019 | 740 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,468 |
Fun facts
- Aleia has seen a significant portion of its total historical U.S. usage within the 2020s, reflecting its current popularity trajectory.
- The name is part of a broad family of phonetic variants derived from Aaliyah and Aliyah.