How Many People Are Named Aliya?
Complete statistics for the name Aliya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Aliya is a name with a very rare charm, used for only 10,631 people in the U.S., that's 1 in 31,041. It peaked in 2012 with 483 births and most people named Aliya are young, with 9,509 under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The life path number 3 is traditionally linked to creativity, self-expression, and social energy. People associated with this number tend to be communicative, optimistic, and naturally drawn to artistic or expressive pursuits.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 18All 10,743 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2012Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Aliya Through the Generations
The name Aliya has a unique journey, starting with a peak in 2012 when 483 babies were given this name. Today, there are 10,631 people named Aliya in the U.S., which is significantly less than its all-time high. This slow decline is notable, especially considering that 89% of those named Aliya are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. The age distribution shows a clear youth bias, with only 1,234 people aged 30-60 and none over 60, indicating a relatively recent surge in popularity. This trend contrasts sharply with the estimated 10,743 total births, highlighting the name's current status as a modern phenomenon.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Aliya's Arabic and Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Aliya
How Many People Have the Name Aliya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 10,631 people in the United States currently share the name Aliya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 31,041 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Aliya a Common or Rare Name?
Aliya is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Aliya Mean?
Aliya means "Exalted, noble, or ascending" and comes from Arabic and Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Aliya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Aliya Most Popular?
The name Aliya reached peak popularity in 2012, with 483 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Aliya?
Approximately 10,631 people named Aliya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 10,743. That works out to roughly 1 in 31,041 Americans.
Is Aliya a rare name?
Aliya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 31,041 Americans has this name.
What does the name Aliya mean?
Aliya means "Exalted, noble, or ascending" and comes from Arabic and Hebrew origins.
Is Aliya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Aliya are male and 100% are female.
When was Aliya most popular?
Aliya peaked in 2012 with 483 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.