Elikai Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-i-kye / ˈɛlɪkaɪHebrew; English
Meaning
God will rise (Hebrew); variant of Elijah (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Elikai is derived from the name Eliyahu, meaning 'My God is Yahweh,' and reflects a strong biblical heritage. In English contexts, it is often considered a modern variant of Elijah, a significant figure in Judeo-Christian traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Elikai
- Eli
- Elijah
International Variants
- Elías (Spanish)
- Eli (Hebrew)
- Élie (French)
Famous people named Elikai
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Fictional characters named Elikai
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elikai was first seen in the United States in 2014. Elikai has ranked as high as #1322 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Elikai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elikai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 38 |