An estimated 48,544 living Americans are named Aliyah.
How rare is Aliyah?
Aliyah is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 1,188 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 48.4% from its 2011 peak.
How old is the typical Aliyah?
The median age of a living American named Aliyah is approximately 15 years, with most bearers falling between 9 and 22 years old.
Is Aliyah still popular?
Somewhat. Aliyah has been declining since its 2011 peak and registered 1,188 births in 2025.
Peak year
2011
Decline from peak
48.4%
2025
1,188
All-time
49,011
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Aliyah broke out in Alabama, Georgia, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, and South Carolina (1994) and became over-represented in 21 states over 28 years.
Broke out: Alabama, Georgia, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, and South Carolina, 1994 · over-represented in 21 states over 28 years
