Aliya
Aliya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Exalted, lofty, high-ranking”.
| Meaning | Exalted, lofty, high-ranking |
|---|---|
| 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 Aliya
Aliya is a widely used spelling of ʿĀliya, meaning 'high' or 'lofty', the feminine of ʿĀlī. It is a favourite in South Asia, Central Asia and the diaspora; in Kazakhstan the World War II sniper Aliya Moldagulova made it a national heroine's name. The spelling with a single A is closest to how it is pronounced in Urdu and Turkic languages.
Is Aliya a Muslim name?
Yes. Aliya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'exalted'. It shares its root with Ali and with the divine name al-ʿAliyy.
Is Aliya in the Quran?
The word describes the gardens of Paradise: 'in a lofty garden' (Quran 88:10).
Where is the name Aliya used?
Common in Pakistan, India, Kazakhstan and the Muslim diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aliya mean?
Aliya means 'Exalted, lofty, high-ranking'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Aliya a Muslim name?
Yes. Aliya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'exalted'. It shares its root with Ali and with the divine name al-ʿAliyy.
How do you write Aliya in Arabic?
Aliya is written عالية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aliya?
Aliya is pronounced AH-lee-yah.
Is Aliya mentioned in the Quran?
The word describes the gardens of Paradise: 'in a lofty garden' (Quran 88:10).