Elleah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EL-ee-uh /ˈɛl.i.ə/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my light; English: variant of Ella
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elleah is derived from the Hebrew name Eliah, which means "my God is Yahweh." The etymology traces back to the Hebrew root "El," meaning "God," combined with "Yah," a shortened form of Yahweh, the personal name of God in the Hebrew Bible. This name transitioned into Greek as Elias and later into Latin as Elia, before evolving into various forms in different languages, including the Old French variant Élie, which influenced the English form Elijah.
The adaptation into Elleah likely reflects a modern feminine variation of these traditional names, maintaining the original's spiritual connotation. Historically, the name Elijah is significant in biblical texts, particularly in the Old Testament, where Elijah is a prominent prophet known for his confrontation with the prophets of Baal and his ascension to heaven in a whirlwind, as described in the Book of Kings.
The name has been borne by various saints and has appeared in significant religious texts, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which contributed to its spread in Christian contexts. The name has also been referenced in literary works and hymns throughout the centuries, reinforcing its cultural and religious importance.
Culturally, names derived from Eliah have been associated with strength, divine favor, and prophetic insight, resonating with themes of faith and spirituality. The feminine form Elleah, while less common historically, evokes the same sacred connections and can be seen as a modern adaptation that aligns with contemporary naming practices.
The name's enduring legacy is tied to its biblical roots and the reverence associated with its meanings, ensuring its place in the tapestry of names derived from ancient traditions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elleah was first seen in the United States in 2002.
Elleah has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Elleah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elleah 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 Elleah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elleah
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.
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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 Elleah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |