Kaliyah
girl name#392 in 2025Kaliyah entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #392 in 2025, ranks #392 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1994–2025
#392
rank today
#392
peak (2025)
791
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #2305 |
| 2000s | #831 |
| 2010s | #554 |
| 2020s | #511 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kaliyah has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 13,000 people named Kaliyah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaliyah 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 Kaliyah in 2025?
- Kaliyah ranks #392 among US girl names in 2025, with 791 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaliyah most popular?
- Kaliyah peaked in 2025, reaching #392 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kaliyah with classmates?
- Kaliyah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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