Aaleyah
girl name#5722 in 2025Aaleyah entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #1477 in 2015, ranks #5722 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1994–2025
#5722
rank today
#1477
peak (2015)
21
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7476 |
| 2000s | #6479 |
| 2010s | #2145 |
| 2020s | #4685 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Aaleyah has been most popular in CA, TX, GA.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Aaleyah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Aaleyah is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Aaleyah in 2025?
- Aaleyah ranks #5722 among US girl names in 2025, with 21 babies given the name.
- When was the name Aaleyah most popular?
- Aaleyah peaked in 2015, reaching #1477 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Aaleyah with classmates?
- Aaleyah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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