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Alija
UnisexMeaning of Alija: Bosnian: 'the exalted one'
Alija is a unisex name most strongly associated with Bosnian naming. It has 5 letters and 3 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 11093rd most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#11093
5 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
179
First recorded 1995 · peak 2013
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
73% boys · 27% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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