Elaijah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-LIE-jah / ɛˈlaɪdʒəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my salvation; English: variant of Elijah
Historical & Cultural Background
Elaijah is a modern variation of the name Elijah, which has biblical roots. Elijah is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, known as a prophet. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Jewish and Christian communities. Elaijah reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings.
Trend Summary
Elaijah is a modern variant that reflects a growing trend towards unique spellings of traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elijah
- Eliaja
International Variants
- Elías (Spanish)
- Élie (French)
- Eliyahu (Hebrew)
Famous people named Elaijah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elaijah was first seen in the United States in 2001. Elaijah has ranked as high as #1294 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elaijah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elaijah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |