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Name Origin

Aaliyah is an Arabic feminine given name meaning 'exalted', 'high', or 'sublime'. It derives from the Arabic root 'ala', which means 'to rise' or 'to ascend'.

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Famous People

Aaliyah Dana Haughton (1979-2001)

Singer, actress, dancer, model

  • Released three successful studio albums: Age Ain't Nothing but a Number (1994), One in a Million (1996), and Aaliyah (2001)
  • Known for her unique blend of R&B, hip hop, and pop music
  • Starred in films like Romeo Must Die (2000) and Queen of the Damned (2002)