Elli Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EL-ee /ˈɛli/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my light; Greek: shining light; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elli is derived from the Hebrew name Elia, which means "my God is Yahweh." The name has its roots in the ancient Hebrew language, where it appears in various forms, including Eli and Eliahu. The transition into English occurred through the Greek form Elias, which was adopted into Latin as Elias before making its way into Old French as Élie.
This linguistic journey reflects the name's biblical significance, as Eli is a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible, serving as a priest and judge during the time of the prophet Samuel, which places its historical relevance in the 11th century BCE. Elli's historical milestones can be traced back to its biblical origins, with Eli appearing in the Book of Samuel, which is part of the Old Testament.
The name has been used in various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, further solidifying its presence in Christian tradition. The name's association with religious figures has contributed to its endurance across cultures and centuries.
In addition to its biblical roots, the name has been borne by various saints, including Saint Elias, which has helped maintain its significance in Christian communities. Culturally, the name Elli resonates with themes of faith and divine connection, reflecting its meaning related to God.
It has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often appearing as a diminutive or affectionate variant of names like Eleanor or Elizabeth in some contexts. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its strong historical and religious connotations, which have allowed it to persist through generations, symbolizing devotion and spirituality.
Fictional characters named Elli
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Elli is a fictional character from the video game series The Legend of Zelda. She is a key figure in the story, often associated with the character Link and the quest to save Hyrule.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elli was first seen in the United States in 1955.
Elli has ranked as high as #3080 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Utah, Minnesota, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Elli has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elli 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 Elli was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Elli.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 56 | 0 | 56 |
| 2024 | 56 | 0 | 56 |
| 2023 | 69 | 0 | 69 |
| 2022 | 59 | 0 | 59 |
| 2021 | 64 | 0 | 64 |
| 2020 | 71 | 0 | 71 |
| 2019 | 73 | 0 | 73 |
| 2018 | 83 | 0 | 83 |
| 2017 | 75 | 6 | 69 |
| 2016 | 103 | 7 | 96 |
| 2015 | 101 | 5 | 96 |
| 2014 | 121 | 0 | 121 |
| 2013 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
| 2012 | 117 | 7 | 110 |
| 2011 | 93 | 0 | 93 |
| 2010 | 112 | 0 | 112 |
| 2009 | 103 | 0 | 103 |
| 2008 | 104 | 0 | 104 |
| 2007 | 81 | 0 | 81 |
| 2006 | 96 | 0 | 96 |
| 2005 | 89 | 0 | 89 |
| 2004 | 109 | 0 | 109 |
| 2003 | 93 | 0 | 93 |
| 2002 | 95 | 0 | 95 |
| 2001 | 61 | 5 | 56 |
| 2000 | 54 | 0 | 54 |
| 1999 | 53 | 0 | 53 |
| 1998 | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| 1997 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| 1996 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1995 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1994 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1993 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1992 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1991 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1990 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1989 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1988 | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| 1987 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1986 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1985 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1984 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1982 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1981 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1980 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1978 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1977 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1976 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1975 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1974 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1973 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1971 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1970 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1962 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1959 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Elli (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |