Aliyah
Aliyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Exalted, high, lofty”.
| Meaning | Exalted, high, lofty |
|---|---|
| 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 Aliyah
Aliyah is a spelling of the Arabic ʿĀliya, 'high' or 'exalted', with a final -h marking the Arabic feminine ending. Parents should know that the same spelling is also a Hebrew word (aliyah, 'ascent') used for Jewish immigration to Israel, which is a separate word. Among Muslims, especially in the US and UK, it is treated simply as a variant of Aliya.
Is Aliyah a Muslim name?
Yes. As a spelling of ʿĀliya, Aliyah is a Muslim name meaning 'exalted'. The identical Hebrew word has a different meaning, so some families prefer Aliya or Aaliyah to avoid confusion.
Is Aliyah in the Quran?
ʿĀliya describes Paradise in the Quran: 'in a lofty garden' (Quran 69:22).
Where is the name Aliyah used?
Most common in English-speaking countries among Muslim and non-Muslim families alike.
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Spellings and variants of Aliyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aliyah mean?
Aliyah means 'Exalted, high, lofty'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Aliyah a Muslim name?
Yes. As a spelling of ʿĀliya, Aliyah is a Muslim name meaning 'exalted'. The identical Hebrew word has a different meaning, so some families prefer Aliya or Aaliyah to avoid confusion.
How do you write Aliyah in Arabic?
Aliyah is written عالية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aliyah?
Aliyah is pronounced AH-lee-yah.
Is Aliyah mentioned in the Quran?
ʿĀliya describes Paradise in the Quran: 'in a lofty garden' (Quran 69:22).