Elijah: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: ee-LY-juh · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Elijah: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«My God is Yahweh»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Hebrew
Popularity
96 out of 100
About the Name Elijah
Elijah is a boy's name with Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "My God is Yahweh." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced ee-LY-juh, Elijah runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Familiar short forms include Eli, Lije. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Elias, Elia.
Today Elijah is a very popular choice, with a popularity score of 96 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as biblical, classic. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Elijah.
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FAQ
What does the name Elijah mean?+
The name Elijah means "My God is Yahweh".
What is the origin of the name Elijah?+
Elijah is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Elijah a girl or boy name?+
Elijah is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Elijah?+
Elijah is pronounced ee-LY-juh (3 syllables).
What are common nicknames for Elijah?+
Popular short forms include Eli, Lije.
Is Elijah a popular name?+
Elijah is a very popular choice, scoring 96 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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