Meaning

Its source is Eliyahu, a Hebrew name meaning "God is Lord."

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in Hebrew and English.

Background story

This name is often given to Jewish boys born during Passover.

According to Jewish tradition, the scriptural prophet who bore this name shall never die, and Jewish families around the world leave a place set for him during the Seder Passover feast.

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Statistics for the name Elijah (male)

• In USA in 2006, the boy name Elijah was ranked as number 29 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2005, the boy name Elijah was ranked as number 31 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2004, the boy name Elijah was ranked as number 31 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2003, the boy name Elijah was ranked as number 37 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2002, the boy name Elijah was ranked as number 41 on the most popular name for newborn babies