Whether "Alia" is a real name depends on the context and spelling variations. While it is a legitimate given name, it's also often used as an online alias.
Here's a breakdown:
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As a Given Name: "Alia" (and its variations like "Aliya") is a real and recognized given name in various cultures. It's often of Arabic or Sanskrit origin.
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As an Online Alias: Given names, like Alia, can be adopted and used as aliases or usernames online. An example from the reference provided is "Ali-A", where "Ali" is part of the alias, but his real name is Alastair Aiken.
Therefore, "Alia" is a real name.