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Eli

"Ascended, uplifted, my God"

Ranked #92 for boys

About the Name Eli

Meaning

Ascended, uplifted, my God

Origin

Hebrew

Gender

Boy

First Letter

E

Boy Rank

#92

Girl Rank

#3515

Eli is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Ascended, uplifted, my God" and Currently ranked #92 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with E or explore other Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

#1346
1950
#1328
1960
#3652
1970
#5539
1980
#8692
1990
#28235
2000
#70184
2010
#22891
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Eli

  • EM Eli Manning
  • EW Eli Whitney

Names Similar to Eli

Elijah

Boy

My God is Yahweh; Hebrew name combining 'God' and 'Yahweh,' expressing devotion.

Ethan

Boy

Strong and firm. Represents solidity, reliability, and strength.

Ezra

Boy

Helper, aid, protector

Elias

Boy

The Lord is my God

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
3
Starts with
E
Origin
Hebrew

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