Lijah Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLYE-jah / /ˈlaɪ.dʒə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
God is my salvation (Hebrew); variant of Elijah (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
Lijah is derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu, meaning 'My God is Yahweh,' which has significant roots in biblical texts. In English-speaking contexts, it is often considered a diminutive or variant of Elijah, a prominent prophet in the Old Testament. The name reflects themes of faith and divine protection across cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Elijah
- Eli
- Lij
International Variants
- Elías (Spanish)
- Eliyahu (Hebrew)
- Elias (Greek)
Famous people named Lijah
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Fictional characters named Lijah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lijah was first seen in the United States in 2000. Lijah has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lijah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lijah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 15 |