Eiliyah

“my God is Yahweh” — Symbolizes a spiritual connection to God

Hebrew origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6228US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

221All-time births

📅 Since 200800

What does Eiliyah mean and where does it come from?

Eiliyah is a variant of the name 'Elijah' in Hebrew, written as אֵלִיָּה. It is primarily used among Hebrew-speaking populations and symbolizes a spiritual connection to God. This name signifies the Hebrew belief in Yahweh as the one true God. The name is sometimes chosen for its religious significa

Cultural significance

Eiliyah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of my god is yahweh.

Peak popularity

Reached #5293 in 2014 — currently #6228 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Eiliyah?

Eiliyah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Eiliyah Grace

How popular is Eiliyah right now?

Rising — up 48 spots — currently #6228 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#6228 · Top 4.6%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6228	19	▲ up 48
2022	#6276	19	▲ up 763 · +19% births
2021	#7039	16	▲ up 5959 · +129% births
2020	#12998	7	▼ down 7562 · -72% births
2015	#5436	25	▲ up 533 · +9% births
2010	#5969	23	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Eiliyah

Best Year2015Rank #5436

Peak Count25

Average Rank#7324

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Eiliyah

Eiliyah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 221 total births recorded, Eiliyah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5969 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6228 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Eiliyah in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

Eiliyah by decade

Eiliyah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	19
2010s ★	195
2020s	7

💎Eiliyah has only 221 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Eiliyah?

Common

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Famous people named Eiliyah

Eiliyah (historical community leader)

Eiliyah led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

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Common questions about the name Eiliyah

What does the name Eiliyah mean?

Eiliyah means "my God is Yahweh" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Eiliyah?

Eiliyah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Eiliyah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Eiliyah?

Eiliyah originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Eiliyah trending right now?

Eiliyah is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Eiliyah a common or rare name?

Eiliyah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.