Aniyah
Aniyah is a girl name of American origin meaning “Exalted, noble one”, pronounced uh-NY-uh. It ranked #485 in the United States in 2025, given to 618 babies, and peaked at #177 in 2010. Common nicknames: Ani, Niya.
How popular is Aniyah in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Aniyah mean, and where does it come from?
Aniyah is a modern American name that grew out of the phonetic naming wave inspired by Aaliyah, the Arabic word aliyy meaning "exalted" or "noble" that traveled into English through the late singer Aaliyah Haughton. Rather than being an ancient or historically documented name, it belongs to a family of similarly styled, rhythmic girls' names — Aniya, Anaya, Aniyah — that emerged in the United States from the 1990s onward. Its soft, flowing sound and clear connection to ideas of dignity and honor have made it a steadily chosen name among American families over the past two decades.
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Famous People Named Aniyah
- Aniyah Inman — American dancer and So You Think You Can Dance contestant
- Aniyah Black — American collegiate softball player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Aniyah mean?
Aniyah is a girl name of American origin meaning "Exalted, noble one." Aniyah is a modern American name that grew out of the phonetic naming wave inspired by Aaliyah, the Arabic word aliyy meaning "exalted" or "noble" that traveled into English through the late singer Aaliyah Haughton. Rather than being an ancient or historically documented name, it belongs to a family of similarly styled, rhythmic girls' names — Aniya, Anaya, Aniyah — that emerged in the United States from the 1990s onward.
How do you pronounce Aniyah?
Aniyah is pronounced uh-NY-uh. Common variations include Aniya, Anaya, Aaliyah.
Is Aniyah a girl name?
Yes, Aniyah is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ani, Niya.