Boy Name
Elijah
"My God is Yahweh; Hebrew name combining 'God' and 'Yahweh,' expressing devotion."
Ranked #8 for boys
About the Name Elijah
Meaning
My God is Yahweh; Hebrew name combining 'God' and 'Yahweh,' expressing devotion.
Origin
HebrewGender
Boy
First Letter
EBoy Rank
#8
Girl Rank
#5044
Elijah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "My God is Yahweh; Hebrew name combining 'God' and 'Yahweh,' expressing devotion." and Currently ranked #8 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with E or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#2319 1950
#1524 1960
#3429 1970
#7652 1980
#34923 1990
#110845 2000
#137406 2010
#60935 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Elijah
- EW Elijah Wood (actor)
- EM Elijah Muhammad (religious leader)