Eligha Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ee-LIE-gah /iːˈlaɪɡə/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; English: variant of Elijah
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Eligha is derived from the Hebrew name אֵלִיָּהוּ (Eliyahu), which translates to "My God is Yahweh." The name is composed of two elements: "El," meaning "God," and "Yah," a shortened form of Yahweh, the personal name of the God of Israel. This name transitioned into Greek as Ἠλίας (Elias) and subsequently into Latin as Elias, before making its way into Old French and eventually into English as Elijah.
The variant Eligha represents a modern adaptation of this traditional name, maintaining its original roots while reflecting contemporary naming practices. Historically, Elijah is a significant biblical figure, known as a prophet in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the books of Kings, where he is active during the 9th century BCE.
He is celebrated for his role in defending the worship of Yahweh against the Canaanite deity Baal and is associated with various miracles and prophetic acts. The name gained further prominence through its inclusion in the Christian tradition, where Elijah is recognized as a precursor to John the Baptist.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, helped solidify the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, as it rendered the Hebrew name as Elijah, contributing to its enduring legacy. Culturally, the name Elijah has been associated with themes of prophecy, divine intervention, and spiritual leadership.
It has been a symbol of faith and resilience throughout Jewish and Christian traditions. The name's historical significance is often celebrated in religious contexts, particularly during Jewish Passover, where Elijah is symbolically invited to the Seder table, representing hope and redemption.
The diminutive form Eli, meaning "ascended" or "my God," is also historically relevant, often used in various cultures as a standalone name or as a nickname for Elijah. Overall, Eligha embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural resonance, reflecting its deep roots in religious history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eligha was first seen in the United States in 1900.
Eligha has ranked as high as #894 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Eligha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Eligha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Eligha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Eligha (1921)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Eligha.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1900 | 7 |