Daliyah

#84 in Louisiana

Meaning of Daliyah

Picture this: Daliyah—a name that whispers of sunlit vineyards, gentle grace, and quiet resilience, rooted in the Arabic word for “vine branch.” Its lyrical cadence—daa-LIY-aa in Arabic and dah-LEE-yuh in English—glides off the tongue with exotic intrigue and easy American warmth. Though it throws a playful nod toward its flower-inspired cousin Dahlia, Daliyah’s no wallflower—her poetic heritage promises sweetness and strength in equal measure. With 36 little Daliyahs born in the U.S. in 2024 and a steady rank near 900, it lands at the sweet spot between fresh flair and welcoming familiarity. For families craving a name that blooms with meaning, melody, and a hint of timeless confidence, Daliyah is a promise of enduring beauty.

Pronunciation

Arabic

  • Pronunced as daa-LIY-aa (/daːˈliːjaː/)

English

  • Pronunced as dah-LEE-yuh (/dɑˈliːjə/)

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