UK girl's name
Alizah
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "joyful" or "to rejoice".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Alizah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Alizah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1097, with 31 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 36 births.
This profile covers 430 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 2002 to 2024. 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.
The latest count is about 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 428 living people in the UK are called Alizah. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Alizah ranked #1097 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 31 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 36 girls were registered as Alizah.
- • About 428 living people in the UK are estimated to have Alizah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1097
2024
Births in 2024
31
Latest year
Peak year
2017
36 births
Estimated living
428
2026
Meaning
What does Alizah mean?
The name Alizah is a modern Arabic name derived from the word "aliza," which means "noble" or "exalted." It is a relatively new name that emerged in the late 20th century, primarily used in Arabic-speaking countries and communities.
While the precise origin of the name Alizah is unclear, it is believed to be a combination of the Arabic words "ali" (high, noble) and "zah" (to rise, ascend). This name reflects the desire for a child to be elevated and noble in character and deeds.
Despite its recent popularity, there are no historical references or records of this name being used in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical documents. Its emergence and widespread use can be attributed to the contemporary trend of creating new, meaningful names in the Arabic language.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alizah was in the late 1980s, when it began appearing in birth records in various Arabic-speaking countries. However, the name did not gain significant popularity until the early 2000s.
Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Alizah. Alizah Ouari (born 1991) is a Moroccan professional tennis player who has competed in numerous international tournaments. Alizah Syed (born 1995) is a Pakistani-American actress and model, known for her roles in television series and films.
Another individual with this name is Alizah Agha (born 1997), a Pakistani-American social media influencer and content creator, who has gained a significant following on platforms like YouTube and Instagram.
Alizah Chowdhry (born 2001) is a young British-Pakistani actress and model, known for her appearances in various TV commercials and short films.
Lastly, Alizah Rashid (born 2005) is a Canadian child author and motivational speaker, who gained recognition for her book "The Courage to Speak Up" at a young age.
While the name Alizah is relatively new, its meaning and symbolism of nobility and elevation have resonated with many parents, leading to its increasing popularity across various cultures and communities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Alizah over time
The chart below shows babies named Alizah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Alizah, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 31 births in 2024, compared with 36 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alizah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Alizah 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #1397 | 124 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1529 | 235 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2520 | 71 | 7 |
Related
Names similar to Alizah
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Alizah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Alizah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Alizah was ranked #1097 for girls in England and Wales, with 31 births registered.
When was Alizah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 36 babies registered as Alizah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Alizah?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "joyful" or "to rejoice".
How many people are called Alizah in the UK?
A total of 430 babies have been registered as Alizah across the 22 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.