Alia
Alia is a Muslim girl name meaning “High, exalted, sublime”.
| Meaning | High, exalted, sublime |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عالية |
| Pronunciation | AH-lee-yah |
| Arabic root | ع ل و (ʿ-l-w) — to be high, to rise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Alia
Alia is a common Latin-letter spelling of ʿĀliya, the feminine of ʿĀlī, 'high' or 'lofty'. It describes something elevated in rank or position. The spelling Alia is popular in the Arab world and in the West, while South Asian families often write Aliya or Aaliya. Queen Alia of Jordan, after whom Amman's airport is named, made the name well known.
Is Alia a Muslim name?
Yes. Alia (ʿĀliya) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'exalted'. Its root is shared with the name Ali and the divine name al-ʿAliyy.
Is Alia in the Quran?
The word ʿāliya describes Paradise: 'in a lofty garden' (Quran 69:22).
Where is the name Alia used?
Used across the Arab world, South Asia and the Muslim diaspora.
Gifts with the name Alia
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Alia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alia mean?
Alia means 'High, exalted, sublime'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Alia a Muslim name?
Yes. Alia (ʿĀliya) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'exalted'. Its root is shared with the name Ali and the divine name al-ʿAliyy.
How do you write Alia in Arabic?
Alia is written عالية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Alia?
Alia is pronounced AH-lee-yah.
Is Alia mentioned in the Quran?
The word ʿāliya describes Paradise: 'in a lofty garden' (Quran 69:22).