What is the origin of the name Khaliyah?

Khaliyah is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Khaliyah?

Khaliyah is currently ranked #3133 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Khaliyah?

Khaliyah is pronounced kah-LEE-yah.

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GirlArabic

Khaliyah

kah-LEE-yah

Popularity

#3133

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

1,553

Peak Year

#78 in 2009

First Recorded

1994

Style

Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Arabic name meaning 'friend' or 'companion'. It suggests a close relationship and loyalty.

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Khali Kali Liyah

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Khali Kali Liyah

Spelling Variations

Khalea Khaliya Khalia

Similar Names

Khalida Layla Aaliyah Samira Fatima

Personality Traits

LoyalSupportiveEmpatheticTrustworthyKind

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