The baby name Alirah is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced ah-LEE-rah (IPA: /əˈliːrə/).
The baby name Alirah is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced ah-LEE-rah (IPA: /əˈliːrə/).
Alirah is in Origin.
Alirah is a modern feminine given name of uncertain but likely blended origin. Its opening Ali- echoes the Hebrew and Arabic name Aliyah/Aaliyah, meaning “ascent” or “exalted,” while the -irah ending aligns with contemporary elaborations and may be influenced by the Albanian Elira, “free.” Because it arose through creative coinage rather than a single historical root, Alirah carries a contemporary feel with layered resonances instead of a fixed, traditional etymology.
Usage appears in English-speaking countries from the late 20th century onward, especially Australia and the United States, though it remains rare. Spelling variants include Alira, Aleera, Aleira, and Alyra; related names are Aaliyah and Elira. Possible nicknames include Ali, Lira, and Rara. Parents often gloss Alirah’s meaning as “exalted” or “free,” reflecting its probable sources and its light, melodious sound.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GH | Boys | 0 | #361 | 1 | 8,138 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #826 | 1 | 15,093 |
| United States | Girls | 2022 | #898 | 6 | 8,739 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,072 | 1 | 24,821 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,234 | 1 | 20,130 | |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,691 | 1 | 28,008 |
Alirah is popular in 8 countries — most recent births per country:
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