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Eliah

ee-LY-ah

Eliah is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant of Elijah, a Hebrew name meaning 'My God is Yahweh'. It is a powerful biblical name.”. It currently ranks #7316 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2016.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Eliah Means

A variant of Elijah, a Hebrew name meaning 'My God is Yahweh'. It is a powerful biblical name.

The Story of Eliah

This name carries the echo of ancient prophets and the spirit of those who stand firm, a powerful choice for your child.

Eliah is a striking variant of the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh.' This potent biblical name has journeyed through millennia, revered for its association with prophets who held deep spiritual conviction. Its path across cultures reflects a persistent reverence for faith and divine connection, evolving but never losing its core strength.

When you speak 'Eliah' into the quiet of the nursery, it lands with a gentle but profound resonance. It is a name that feels both ancient and utterly contemporary. For a child you already sense possesses a deep inner wisdom and a compassionate heart, it offers a sense of spiritual grounding. You’ll hear it called out, a name that feels both protective and empowering.

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Gender Split

Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

SpiritualStrongWiseCompassionate

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#78 in 2016

Total Births

1,576

First Recorded

1972

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