Elijah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: e-hle-e-ja-hh
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Yahweh is my God

Elijah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, holding significant importance in the biblical realm. The name is derived from the Hebrew phrase "Yahweh is my God," combining the elements "el" (meaning "God") and "yah" (referring to "Jehovah"). In the Bible, Elijah is a Hebrew prophet who defended the worship of the Hebrew God and was known for performing many miracles. The name Elijah is typically given to males, although there are some female iterations. It has been used in various forms across different languages and cultures, such as Elias (Biblical Latin), Élie (French), Elija (Hebrew), Elis (Medieval English), and Ilja (Czech). The name gained popularity during the 1990s and 2000s, particularly in America, where it broke into the top ten in 2016.

Elijah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Elijah is currently #32 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Elijah is currently #32 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Elijah is currently #15 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Elijah is currently #15 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Elijah is currently #31 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Elijah is currently #31 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Elijah

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Elijah, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Elijah Wood: Elijah Wood is an American actor known for his role as Frodo Baggins in the "Lord of the Rings" film series.
  • Elijah Kelley: Elijah Kelley is an American actor, singer, and dancer known for his roles in "Hairspray," "The Butler," and "Star."

 

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