Liyah

Girl name

Liyah has been given to 2,200 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It peaked in 2005.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,200

Peak year

2005 (120 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1994

10-year trend

▼ -60%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Liyah — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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FAQ

How popular is the name Liyah?

Liyah has been given to 2,200 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Liyah peak?

Liyah peaked in 2005, when 120 babies were given the name.

Is Liyah a girl or boy name?

Liyah is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Liyah are girls).

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