Illijah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationih-LIE-jah / ɪˈlaɪdʒəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: My God is Yahweh; English: Variant of Elijah
Historical & Cultural Background
Illijah is a modern variant 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 among those with Judeo-Christian backgrounds. The variant Illijah reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings.
Trend Summary
Illijah is a less common variant that reflects a growing trend towards unique spellings of traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elijah
- Ilyah
International Variants
- Elías (Spanish)
- Eliyahu (Hebrew)
- Elias (Greek)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Illijah was first seen in the United States in 2009. Illijah has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Illijah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |