UK girl's name
Amaliah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "hopes" or "aspirations".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2003. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Amaliah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Amaliah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2003 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4373, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2003 to 2003. 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.
Amaliah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Amaliah. 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 2004 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Amaliah ranked #4373 for girls in England and Wales in 2003, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 girls were registered as Amaliah.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Amaliah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4373
2003
Births in 2003
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Amaliah mean?
The name Amaliah has its roots in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "amal," which means "hope" or "aspiration." The name Amaliah is a feminine form of the name, often transliterated as Amalya or Amalya.
In the Islamic tradition, the name Amaliah is mentioned in some historical texts and religious scriptures. It is believed to have been used as a name during the early days of Islam, particularly in the Arabian Peninsula and the Middle East region. The name's association with hope and aspirations resonated with the teachings of Islam, which emphasize faith, perseverance, and striving for a better life.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Amaliah can be found in the writings of medieval Islamic scholars and poets. For instance, the renowned 10th-century Persian poet and scholar, Abul Qasim Firdausi, mentioned a character named Amaliah in his epic poem, the Shahnameh.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Amaliah. One such individual was Amaliah bint Wahb (born around 615 CE), a prominent Arab woman from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca. She was known for her intelligence, eloquence, and involvement in the early Muslim community.
Another prominent figure with the name Amaliah was Amaliah al-Khalil (born in 1188 CE), a respected female scholar and poet from Baghdad, Iraq. She was renowned for her expertise in various fields, including literature, grammar, and Islamic jurisprudence.
In the 19th century, Amaliah al-Sayyid (1825-1895) was a prominent Egyptian feminist and writer who advocated for women's rights and education. Her works and activism played a significant role in the early stages of the Egyptian women's movement.
Amaliah Browne (1901-1987) was a British-born author and activist who wrote several books on spirituality and personal growth. She was also involved in various social and political movements, advocating for peace and human rights.
Amaliah Sonjoa (1952-2021) was an Indonesian actress and singer who gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. She starred in numerous films and television shows, and her music career spanned several decades, earning her widespread recognition in the Indonesian entertainment industry.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Amaliah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Amaliah 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4373 | 3 | 1 |
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- 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
Amaliah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Amaliah in the UK right now?
In 2003, Amaliah was ranked #4373 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Amaliah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Amaliah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Amaliah?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "hopes" or "aspirations".
How many people are called Amaliah in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Amaliah 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.