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Eliahu

el-ee-AH-hoo

Eliahu is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “The Hebrew form of Elijah, meaning 'My God is the Lord'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1993.

Letters6
Syllables4
OriginHebrew

What Eliahu Means

The Hebrew form of Elijah, meaning 'My God is the Lord'.

The Story of Eliahu

One name has been a whispered prayer and a declaration of faith for centuries, now it is ready for your child.

Eliahu is the direct Hebrew form of the name Elijah, meaning 'My God is the Lord'. This profound declaration of faith has resonated through generations, a constant testament to divine connection. It has been carried by leaders and sages across history.

For your son, Eliahu carries the resonance of profound spiritual conviction. You envision him as a compassionate soul, guided by a deep inner wisdom that will lead him with strength.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Eliahu Inbal

    Israeli conductor, known for Bruckner and Mahler.

  • Eliahu Hakim

    Zionist assassin of Lord Moyne during World War II.

Personality Traits

SpiritualWiseLeaderCompassionate

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#6 in 1993

Total Births

21

First Recorded

1988

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