As a masculine name with strong biblical meanings, Elijah has its roots in Hebrew. Elijah is portrayed as a significant prophet who defended the worship of the Hebrew God who is mentioned in the Book of Kings. The name Elijah means “Yahweh is God,” a combination of the Hebrew words “el” and “yah,” in honor of this famous prophet and miracle worker. While Elijah was revered for his role in upholding and protecting the Jewish religion, he also played a role in facilitating the miracles that God performed. At the end of his life, this devoted figure rode into heaven atop a chariot of fire, setting off a cascade of uplifting images that continued to inspire people for generations. A moving choice for a baby, the name continues to reflect dedication and boldness even today.
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Similar Names like Elijah
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| Ellis | Elias |
| Elvin | Elton |
| Elian | Emeric |
| Emilio | Edison |
| Eamon | Elliot |
| Eben | Everly |
| Elisha | Ewan |
| Ezra |
More Names Like Elijah That’ll Win Parent’s Heart:
| Emmett | Elora |
| Elias | Ezekiel |
| Elliot | Elara |
| Eleana | Evan |
| Elara | Elodie |
| Elin | Estelle |
| Ethan | Everett |
| Eliza |
Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name for Elijah? Great choices include the following:
| Noah | Caleb |
| Zoe | Grace |
| Ava | Isabella |
| Isaiah | Amelia |
| Daniel | Benjamin |
| Olivia | Gabriel |
| Levi | Lily |
