Elijah
Meaning of Elijah
Elijah is a traditionally male name with roots in the Hebrew language. It is pronounced as ih-LY-jah (/ɪˈlaɪdʒə/) in English. The name carries biblical significance, as Elijah was a prophet who ascended to heaven in a chariot of fire according to the Old Testament. Variations of this name include Eli and Elias.
In recent years, Elijah has gained popularity within the United States, consistently ranking within the top 10 baby names for boys since 2016. This steady rise suggests an increasing preference for traditional, biblically-inspired names. Whether you're looking for a timeless classic or a name with religious resonance, Elijah might be the perfect choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as ih-LY-jah (/ɪˈlaɪdʒə/)
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Notable People Named Elijah
| Elijah Jordan Wood is a well-known American actor and producer, famous for his role as Frodo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy and The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. |
| Elijah Muhammad was an influential American religious leader and the head of the Nation of Islam, known for mentoring prominent figures like Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali. |
| Elijah Eugene Cummings was a prominent American politician and civil rights advocate who represented Maryland's 7th congressional district and served in the United States House of Representatives until his passing in 2019. |
| Elijah McCoy - Elijah J. McCoy was a Canadian-American engineer of African-American descent known for inventing lubrication systems for steam engines and was honored by having a regional patent office named after him. |
| Elijah Akpan Okon, originally named Ukpong Nsentip Ekown, hailed from a distinguished line of leaders and chiefs in Ikot Mbon Ikono, Uyo, within Nigeria's Akwa Ibom State. |
| Elijah Millsap is a former American professional basketball player known for his time with the College Park Skyhawks of the NBA G League and his college career at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. |
| Elijah Harper, a Canadian Oji-Cree politician, served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba and Parliament, and was known for his role in rejecting the Meech Lake Accord. |
| Elijah Brigham Bryant is an American professional basketball player known for his time with Anadolu Efes and his college career with Elon and Brigham Young University. |
| Elijah Dixon was a prominent 19th-century reformer and businessman from Manchester, England, known for his activism and association with leading figures in the Reform movement. |
| Elijah Johnson - Elijah K. Johnson is an American professional basketball player known for his career in various international leagues, including the Israeli Premier League. |
| Elijah Blue Allman, also known as P. Exeter Blue, is an American musician and the lead vocalist of the band Deadsy, and is the son of singer Cher and Gregg Allman. |
| Elijah Sandham was a prominent English Independent Labour Party politician and Member of Parliament for the Kirkdale division of Liverpool. |
| Elijah Bristow was a pioneering settler in the upper Willamette Valley, known for establishing the first church and donating land for the first school in Pleasant Hill, Oregon. |
| Elijah Esaias Holyfield is an American football running back and the son of former heavyweight world champion boxer Evander Holyfield. |
| Elijah Alfred Alexander III was a former NFL linebacker who battled multiple myeloma and founded the Tackle Myeloma Foundation to raise awareness and funds for the disease. |
