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Jaliah

“The name 'Jaliah' is a modern feminine given name, likely derived from the Arabic root *j-l-w* (ج ل و), meaning "clarity," "splendor," or "eminence," often interpreted as "illustrious" or "exalted." It is used primarily in African American and Muslim communities, with no notable historical context as it is a contemporary coinage rather than a traditional name.”

Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#5,627
TrendStable
Peak year2011
Syllables2
OriginArabic
LanguageArabic
CultureAfrican American, Islamic
ReligionIslam
Letters6
Numerology5 Chaldean 3
Global rank#20,207

Popularity over time

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Jaliah

The name 'Jaliah' is a modern feminine given name, likely derived from the Arabic root *j-l-w* (ج ل و), meaning "clarity," "splendor," or "eminence," often interpreted as "illustrious" or "exalted." It is used primarily in African American and Muslim communities, with no notable historical context as it is a contemporary coinage rather than a traditional name.

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Etymology

The name 'Jaliah' is a modern feminine given name, likely derived from the Arabic root *j-l-w* (ج ل و), meaning "clarity," "splendor," or "eminence," often interpreted as "illustrious" or "exalted." It is used primarily in African American and Muslim communities, with no notable historical context as it is a contemporary coinage rather than a traditional name.

Jaliah currently ranks #5,627 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2011.

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