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UK girl's name

Aliaa

A feminine Arabic name meaning "elevated" or "lofty".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Aliaa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aliaa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3824, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1997 to 1997. 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.

Aliaa is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Aliaa. 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 1998 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Aliaa ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Aliaa.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aliaa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3824

1997

Births in 1997

3

Latest year

Peak year

1997

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Aliaa mean?

The name Aliaa is of Arabic origin and is believed to have roots in the Semitic languages of the Middle East. It is a feminine name derived from the Arabic word "ali," meaning "high" or "elevated," and is often associated with concepts of nobility, exaltation, and excellence.

In the Islamic tradition, the name Aliaa is connected to the name Ali, which holds significant importance as it was the name of the fourth caliph and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. This association lends a sense of reverence and respect to the name Aliaa.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aliaa can be traced back to the 7th century, when it was mentioned in ancient Arabic texts and manuscripts. Throughout the centuries, the name has been carried by notable figures across various regions and cultures influenced by Islamic civilization.

Among the historical figures who bore the name Aliaa is Aliaa al-Ansari, a renowned 9th-century Arabian poet and scholar from Basra, Iraq. Her poetic works and contributions to literature have left a lasting impact on Arabic literature.

In the 12th century, Aliaa al-Qushayri was a prominent Sufi mystic and theologian from Nishapur, Persia (modern-day Iran). Her writings on Islamic spirituality and mysticism remain influential within the Sufi tradition.

During the 14th century, Aliaa al-Din Ali ibn Muhammad al-Qushji was a renowned astronomer and mathematician from Samarkand (modern-day Uzbekistan). His work on astronomical observations and calculations advanced the field of astronomy during the Islamic Golden Age.

In the 19th century, Aliaa Bint Ahmed al-Rizawi was a celebrated Arabic poet and scholar from Yemen. Her poetic works, which often explored themes of love, spirituality, and patriotism, gained widespread recognition and appreciation.

Another notable figure was Aliaa Izz Al-Arab, an Egyptian feminist and activist who lived from 1939 to 2019. She was a prominent figure in the women's rights movement in Egypt and played a crucial role in advocating for gender equality and women's empowerment.

The name Aliaa has carried a rich history and cultural significance across various regions and time periods, reflecting its deep-rooted connections to Arabic language, Islamic tradition, and the intellectual and artistic achievements of those who bore this name.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Aliaa by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aliaa 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
1990s #3824 3 1

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FAQ

Aliaa: questions and answers

How popular is the name Aliaa in the UK right now?

In 1997, Aliaa was ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Aliaa most popular?

The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Aliaa in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Aliaa?

A feminine Arabic name meaning "elevated" or "lofty".

How many people are called Aliaa in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Aliaa across the 1 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.