Eliel
Meaning of Eliel
Eliel is a luminous Hebrew choice—pronounced eh-lee-EL—that translates to the reassuring phrase “my God is God.” A handful of minor figures in the Old Testament wore it first, but this graceful, three-syllable name has recently found fresh footing on modern birth certificates, climbing from the late-700s to the low-500s in U.S. popularity within a single generation. Part of its charm lies in the rhythm: it feels both ancient and airy, like a soft drumbeat that somehow echoes across centuries. Parents who lean toward Elijah or Eli often discover Eliel as a sleeker, less-traveled path, and love that it comes preloaded with friendly nicknames like Eli or Leo. Because its meaning centers on steadfast faith, many hear in Eliel a quiet confidence—think of it as a little lighthouse name, steady and bright even on stormy days.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as eh-lee-EL (/ˌeɪ.liː.ˈɛl/)
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Notable People Named Eliel
| Gottlieb Eliel Saarinen was a Finnish-American architect and designer who worked in diverse styles in Finland and the United States and was the father of architects Eero and Pipsan Saarinen. |
| Eliel Williams Lazo Linares is an award-winning Cuban percussionist living in Denmark, acclaimed as one of Cuba's top musicians. |
| Eliel Peretz is an Israeli midfielder playing for Hapoel Be'er Sheva and the Israel national team. |
