Alyjah
Primarily a boy's name of Hebrew origin with 333 recorded births. Also given to 50 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 333 Americans have ever been named Alyjah. It first appeared in SSA records in 1997 and peaked modestly at 21 births in 2010 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
In the most recent SSA release, Alyjah ranks #6832 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Alyjah is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hebrew origin, a variant spelling of Elijah, from the Hebrew Eliyahu, meaning 'My God is Yahweh' or 'the Lord is my God.' Elijah was one of the greatest prophets in the Hebrew Bible, associated with miracles, fire from heaven, and the still small voice of God.
The Alyjah spelling gives this ancient prophetic name a fresh, modern American look while preserving every bit of its spiritual power and biblical weight.
EtymologyShow more
Alyjah first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1997. First appearing in the 1990s, Alyjah emerged during a period of rapid naming innovation in America, when parents increasingly created new names or adopted them from global cultures.
Its Hebrew classification suggests a path from hebrew linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Alyjah was #5505 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #6832, but its charm endures.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 60 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 121 | — |
| 2000s | 130 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 22 | — |
The Story of Alyjah
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2010, Alyjah is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Alyjah are most likely born between 2000 and 2020.
How rare is Alyjah?
Only about 1 in every 300,000 babies born in 2024 was named Alyjah — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1997, peaked in the 2000s with 130 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Alyjah by the numbers
- Would fill 7 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(27 years, 1997–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 | #6832 |
| 2023 | 12 | #6900 |
| 2022 | 12 | #6841 |
| 2021 | 13 | #6348 |
| 2020 | 11 | #7050 |
| 2019 | 13 | #6417 |
| 2018 | 14 | #6046 |
| 2017 | 8 | #8882 |
| 2016 | 12 | #6741 |
| 2015 | 6 | #10721 |
| 2014 | 10 | #7576 |
| 2013 | 6 | #10792 |
| 2012 | 13 | #6323 |
| 2011 | 18 | #4989 |
| 2010 | 21 | #4522 |
| 2009 | 18 | #5112 |
| 2008 | 19 | #4907 |
| 2007 | 17 | #5215 |
| 2006 | 14 | #5801 |
| 2005 | 15 | #5294 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Alyjah as a Girl's Name
Though more common for boys, Alyjah has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 50 births since 1998.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1997–2024