Aliya

Meaning of Aliya

Aliya means "ascending" or "rising". It is often associated with immigrating to Israel.

Aliya has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Aliya

Aliya is climbing again, up to #823 in 2025 from #851 in 2024 after peaking at #598 in 2012.

Notable people named Aliya

• Alicia Keys
  Singer, songwriter, and actress
• Aliya Mustafina
  Russian artistic gymnast
• Aliya Prokofyeva
  Russian football player
• Aliya Garayeva
  Azerbaijani rhythmic gymnast
• Aliya Whiteley
  British science fiction author

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Questions about the name Aliya

What does the name Aliya mean?

Aliya means aliya means "ascending" or "rising". it is often associated with immigrating to israel, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Aliya a boy's or a girl's name?

Aliya is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Aliya?

In 2025, Aliya ranked #823 for girls, up from #851 the year before.

When was Aliya most popular?

Aliya peaked at #598 in 2012.