Aaliya
Aaliya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “High, exalted, sublime”.
| Meaning | High, exalted, sublime |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عالية |
| Pronunciation | AA-lee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Aaliya
Aaliya means high, lofty or exalted. It is the female form of ʿĀlī, built on the root ʿ-l-w, to be high. The same root gives the much-loved name ʿAlī and al-ʿAlī, the Most High, one of the names of God. A classic Arabic girl's name, it is often spelled with 'aa' in South Asia to show the long first vowel, and English speakers may also write it Aliya or Aaliyah.
Is Aaliya a Muslim name?
Aaliya is a Muslim name meaning exalted, and the Quran describes Paradise as 'a lofty garden' (jannatin ʿāliya) (Quran 69:22).
How popular is Aaliya?
The name is used throughout the Muslim world.
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Spellings and variants of Aaliya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aaliya mean?
Aaliya means 'High, exalted, sublime'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aaliya a Muslim name?
Aaliya is a Muslim name meaning exalted, and the Quran describes Paradise as 'a lofty garden' (jannatin ʿāliya) (Quran 69:22).
How do you pronounce Aaliya?
Aaliya is pronounced AA-lee-yah.
Is Aaliya a boy or girl name?
Aaliya is usually a girl name.