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UK girl's name

Naliyah

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "plant", "succulent", or "blooming".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Naliyah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Naliyah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4645, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 4 births.

This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2022 to 2022. 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.

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

We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Naliyah. 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 2023 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Naliyah ranked #4645 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 4 girls were registered as Naliyah.
  • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Naliyah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4645

2022

Births in 2022

4

Latest year

Peak year

2022

4 births

Estimated living

4

2026

Meaning

What does Naliyah mean?

The name Naliyah is a modern Arabic name that has gained popularity in recent years. Its origins can be traced back to the Arabic language, where it is believed to be a combination of two words: "naly" meaning "to obtain" or "to achieve," and "yah" being a reference to the Arabic name of God, Allah.

The name Naliyah is relatively new and does not have a long historical record. However, its roots in the Arabic language give it a rich cultural significance. The name's meaning of "one who achieves" or "one who obtains from God" is seen as a positive and empowering attribute, reflecting the Islamic belief in striving for success and relying on divine guidance.

While the name Naliyah itself may not have appeared in ancient texts or religious scriptures directly, its components have been present in Arabic names for centuries. Similar names with variations in spelling or pronunciation have been used in the Middle East and other regions with significant Arabic influence.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Naliyah are relatively recent, with the name gaining popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. However, several notable individuals have borne this name throughout history, contributing to its recognition and cultural significance.

Naliyah Ahmed (1980 - ), an Egyptian-American author and activist, is one of the most prominent individuals with this name. Her works have focused on issues of social justice, women's rights, and cross-cultural understanding.

Naliyah Khan (1992 - ), a British-Pakistani model and social media influencer, has also helped raise the profile of this name in recent years.

Naliyah Hussain (1985 - ), an Indian-born Australian entrepreneur and philanthropist, is known for her work in promoting sustainable business practices and supporting educational initiatives.

Naliyah Al-Sayed (1978 - ), a Syrian-American politician and advocate for refugee rights, has been a vocal advocate for humanitarian causes and has worked to raise awareness about the plight of displaced individuals.

Naliyah Farooqui (1970 - ), a renowned Pakistani-Canadian artist and sculptor, has gained international recognition for her innovative and thought-provoking works that explore themes of identity, culture, and the human experience.

While the name Naliyah is relatively modern, its roots in the Arabic language and its meaning of achievement and divine guidance have contributed to its growing popularity across diverse cultures and communities.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Naliyah by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Naliyah 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 #4645 4 1

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FAQ

Naliyah: questions and answers

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

In 2022, Naliyah was ranked #4645 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Naliyah most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 4 babies registered as Naliyah in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Naliyah?

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "plant", "succulent", or "blooming".

How many people are called Naliyah in the UK?

A total of 4 babies have been registered as Naliyah 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.