Eliyah
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Eliyah is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant spelling of Elijah, a Hebrew name meaning 'my God is Yahweh'.”. It currently ranks #2113 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.
What Eliyah Means
“A variant spelling of Elijah, a Hebrew name meaning 'my God is Yahweh'.”
The Story of Eliyah
Three millennia ago, a prophet ascended in a fiery chariot, and the power of that story echoes in this strong, resonant name.
Eliyah is a variant spelling of the ancient Hebrew name Eliyahu, meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' This profound declaration defines its origin. The name’s journey began in ancient Israel, carried by the revered prophet Elijah, who challenged kings and performed miracles before his fiery ascent to heaven. It traveled through centuries, adapted into Greek as Elias, and has been a name of spiritual significance across cultures.
When you hold your child and softly speak 'Eliyah', you feel the quiet strength of its syllables, a name grounded in conviction. It is a name that suggests a steadfast spirit, a person who knows their own mind and heart. You will hear it called across a playground, and it will sound like a gentle assertion, a name that means something significant.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#119 in 2024
Total Births
2,127
First Recorded
1991
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