UK girl's name
Alaizah
An Arabic feminine name meaning "high, exalted, sublime".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Alaizah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Alaizah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3541, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2019, with 6 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2017 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Alaizah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Alaizah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Alaizah ranked #3541 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2019, when 6 girls were registered as Alaizah.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Alaizah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3541
2019
Births in 2019
6
Latest year
Peak year
2019
6 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Alaizah mean?
The given name Alaizah has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, originating in the Middle East region. It is believed to be a variation of the Arabic name Alaiza, which itself is derived from the Arabic word "al-'izz," meaning "the glory" or "the honor." The name Alaizah gained popularity during the medieval period, particularly among Arab Muslims.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alaizah can be found in historical documents from the 10th century, where it was mentioned as the name of a notable woman from the city of Basra, located in modern-day Iraq. This woman, Alaizah bint al-Hasan, was known for her literary talents and her contributions to the field of poetry during the Abbasid Caliphate.
Throughout the ages, the name Alaizah has been associated with several notable figures. In the 12th century, Alaizah al-Andalusia was a renowned poet and scholar from the Andalusian region of Spain. Her works were celebrated for their eloquence and their portrayal of the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Moving forward to the 14th century, Alaizah al-Dimashqi (1310-1380) was a prominent Syrian historian and scholar. She is best known for her detailed chronicling of the events and personalities of her time, providing invaluable insights into the social and political landscape of the era.
In the 16th century, Alaizah al-Maghribi (1525-1595) was a celebrated mathematician and astronomer from Morocco. Her contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the area of trigonometry, earned her widespread recognition and respect among her contemporaries.
Another notable figure bearing the name Alaizah was Alaizah al-Masriya (1670-1745), an Egyptian artist and calligrapher. Her intricate calligraphic works were highly sought after and adorned the walls of mosques and palaces throughout the region, showcasing the artistic excellence of her era.
While the name Alaizah has deep historical roots and has been associated with many remarkable individuals throughout the centuries, it is important to note that its usage and popularity may have varied across different regions and time periods. Nevertheless, the name remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Arabic-speaking world and its enduring influence on language and traditions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Alaizah over time
The chart below shows babies named Alaizah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2017 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Alaizah, the clearest high point is 2019. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2019, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alaizah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Alaizah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4653 | 9 | 2 |
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- Amber 31,922
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- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Alaizah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Alaizah in the UK right now?
In 2019, Alaizah was ranked #3541 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Alaizah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2019, with 6 babies registered as Alaizah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Alaizah?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "high, exalted, sublime".
How many people are called Alaizah in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Alaizah across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.