Kaliyah Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Kaliyah also has a stronger meaning, translated to “Slayer of thousand headed dragon, a reference to a devotee of Goddess Kali.

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A Deep Dive

Kaliyah Overview

Meaning

Beloved, sweetheart, darling, beautiful soul

Gender

Girl

Origin

Arabic

Etymology

Derived from the modern American name Aaliyah, influenced by the Arabic name “Aliyah,” meaning “exalted” or “sublime.” The name Kaliyah has also been influenced by the Hebrew name “Kalia,” meaning “crowned with laurel”​.

Religion

Hinduism, Islam

Pronunciation

/kəˈliːə/

Popularity

Kaliyah is a trendy name primarily in the United States and has seen a rise in usage since the early 2000s. In 2023, the name came in the #507 spot for baby girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

7 letters

Numerology

4 (Orderly, Steady, Service-oriented)

Name Styles

Modern, Unique, Cool, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Vibrant, resilient, nurturing, elegant​

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

In Hindu mythology, Kaliyah is associated with the goddess Kali.
A Deep Dive

Kaliyah Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Kaaliyah, Aliyah, Aaliya, Kalia, Kaylani, Kalya, Kaleah, Kalina

Common Nicknames

Kali, Liyah, Kiki, Kay, Kayla, Kal, Kalani, Lia, Kala, Kaly

Diminutives

Kali, Liyah, Kay, Lia, Kal

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Kaliyah's Butterfly Journey"
    (Novel)

What Is the Meaning of Kaliyah?

Kaliyah means “beloved,” “sweetheart,” “darling,” and “beautiful soul.” People with this name are often cherished and adored.

What Is the Origin of The Name Kaliyah?

Kaliyah is a modern name with roots in Arabic.The name blends cultural elements, symbolizing beauty and beloved status.

Kaliyah Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Kaliyah in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#5582021#6022022#5072023
Top 3 Rankings#5072023#5162013#5342018

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Kaliyah

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023507
(+95 from 2022)
596
(+100 from 2022)
0.03407
2022602
(-44 from 2021)
496
(-53 from 2021)
0.02766
2021558
(+5 from 2020)
549
(+28 from 2020)
0.03064
2020563
(-7 from 2019)
521
(-26 from 2019)
0.02947
2019556
(-22 from 2018)
547
(-41 from 2018)
0.02981
2018534
(+58 from 2017)
588
(+82 from 2017)
0.03162
2017592
(+9 from 2016)
506
(+6 from 2016)
0.02678
2016601
(-58 from 2015)
500
(-76 from 2015)
0.02583
2015543
(+4 from 2014)
576
(+11 from 2014)
0.02953
2014547
(-31 from 2013)
565
(-11 from 2013)
0.02888
2013516
(+21 from 2012)
576
(+14 from 2012)
0.02988
2012537
(+1 from 2011)
562
(+24 from 2011)
0.02898
2011538
(+32 from 2010)
538
(+27 from 2010)
0.02776
2010570
(+29 from 2009)
511
(+8 from 2009)
0.02606
2009599
(+29 from 2008)
503
(+12 from 2008)
0.02484
2008628
(+63 from 2007)
491
(+70 from 2007)
0.02357
2007691
(+62 from 2006)
421
(+56 from 2006)
0.01989
2006753
(+84 from 2005)
365
(+62 from 2005)
0.01746
2005837
(-105 from 2004)
303
(-58 from 2004)
0.01493
2004732
(+39 from 2003)
361
(+40 from 2003)
0.01789
2003771
(+9 from 2002)
321
(+20 from 2002)
0.01600
2002780
(+140 from 2001)
301
(+57 from 2001)
0.01524
2001920
(+681 from 2000)
244
(+134 from 2000)
0.01232
20001601
(+552 from 1999)
110
(+40 from 1999)
0.00551
19992153
(-70 from 1998)
70
No change from 1998
0.00360
19982083
(-579 from 1997)
70
(-38 from 1997)
0.00361
19971504
(+972 from 1996)
108
(+57 from 1996)
0.00566
19962476
(-232 from 1995)
51
(-8 from 1995)
0.00266
19952244
(+1127 from 1994)
59
(+26 from 1994)
0.00307
19943371
First SSA data recorded
33
First SSA data recorded
0.00169
19930
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19920
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0
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0.0000
19910
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0
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0.0000
19900
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0
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0.0000
19890
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0
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0.0000
19880
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0
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0.0000
19870
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0
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0.0000
19860
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0
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0.0000
19850
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0
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0.0000
19840
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0
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0.0000
19830
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0
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0.0000
19820
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0.0000
19810
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0.0000
19800
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0.0000
19790
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0.0000
19780
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0.0000
19770
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0.0000
19760
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0
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0.0000
19750
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0.0000
19740
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0
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0.0000
19730
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0.0000
19720
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0.0000
19710
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0.0000
19700
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0
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0.0000
19690
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0
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0.0000
19680
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0.0000
19670
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0.0000
19660
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19650
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19640
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0.0000
19630
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19620
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19610
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19600
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19590
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19580
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19530
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19520
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19510
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19500
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19490
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19460
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19450
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19440
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19400
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19390
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19380
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19370
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19360
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19350
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19330
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19320
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19310
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19300
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19290
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19280
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19270
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19260
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19250
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19240
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19230
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19220
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19210
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19200
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19190
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19180
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19170
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19150
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19140
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19120
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19110
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19100
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19090
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19080
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19070
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19060
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19050
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18800
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0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Kaliyah

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#5002021#6202022#4392023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#10552021#8132022#6572023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3142021#3672022#3252023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3842021#3892022#5242023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#6412021#7262022#5432023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3942021#4372022#4192023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5792021#7112022#7632023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4052021#6742022#4892023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#4012021#4062022#3852023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2532021#3662022#3332023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#5812021#3992022#4222023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#3532021#3392022#4482023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1482021#3802022#1282023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#4782021#8362022#6252023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3792021#4482022#3212023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#7532020#4182022#4912023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#11352021#4162022#2892023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#6742021#10742022#9832023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#6442021#6842022#5762023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3292020#4572021#3972023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#9142021#7612022#5172023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#7812021#6082022#5642023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#5762020#10002022#8062023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#12892021#10032022#12692023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3782021#5422022#7932023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#5102020#3742021#4502023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6042018#5982019#7212022

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3082020#5732021#5382023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#5432020#5572022#6202023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#9192017#5312022#7862023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#10032014#7152018#8352023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3682019#3642022#3522023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3682018#4522021#5182022

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5422018#4652019#6192023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#5342011#7312016#5732023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#5932015#6642021

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2432009#1992010

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1182023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#4132019

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3292023

Popularity Rankings for Kaliyah in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#10622020#8822021#8692022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Kaliyah a Name for Boys or Girls?

Kaliyah is a girl’s name, celebrated for its melodic and elegant sound.

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Kaliyah in Pop Culture

  • None
  • "Kaliyah's Butterfly Journey" (2020 Novel): This novel follows a young girl's adventure to uncover her magical heritage and save her world.
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