Lijah

Meaning of Lijah

Lijah, a masculine given name originating as a variant of the Hebrew Elijah—whose etymology conveys “My God is Yahweh”—is articulated in English as LYE-jah (/laɪˈdʒɑ/). Although its adoption in the United States remains modest, Social Security Administration records demonstrate annual occurrences varying between five and seventeen newborn boys and rank fluctuations from 867 to 932 since the mid-2000s, most recently registering 15 instances and securing position 909 in 2024. Such stability within this tier reflects a deliberate preference among parents seeking a name that conveys both time-honored scriptural resonance and a degree of contemporary individuality. The technical precision of its phonetic transcription, coupled with its direct linkage to the biblical prophet revered in Judeo-Christian tradition, ensures that Lijah maintains an enduring, culturally significant presence within Anglo-American naming practices.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as LYE-jah (/laɪˈdʒɑ/)

• Elijah