Alijah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahl-eej-ahh
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A modern spelling of Elijah, meaning "Yahweh is my God."

Alijah is a boy's name with Hebrew origins, derived from the ancient Biblical name Elijah. The name means "Yahweh is God" or "the Lord is my God." It is an Americanized respelling of Elijah, which has a significant presence in the Old Testament. The name has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, where it peaked in 2021. Alijah is known for its energetic and adventurous personality, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with strong religious connotations.

Alijah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Alijah is currently #598 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Alijah is currently #598 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Alijah is currently #289 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Alijah is currently #141 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Alijah is currently #301 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Alijah is currently #139 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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