Elijah

אֱלִיָּהוּ

• Gender: Male
• Origin: Biblical English
• Meaning: my Lord is God

• Few names in the Jewish tradition carry as much dramatic weight as Elijah. This is the prophet who performed miracles, challenged kings, and left this world not through death but by ascending to heaven in a chariot of fire. His legacy lives on every Passover when families open the door and pour a cup of wine for Elijah, welcoming his spirit into their homes. That combination of awe, warmth, and deep spiritual connection is exactly what makes this name so enduring.

  Consistently landing in the top ten nationally, Elijah proves that a deeply Jewish name can also be a mainstream sensation. Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner chose it for their son, cementing its appeal among a new generation of parents. It wears equally well on a kindergartner and a CEO, and its built-in nicknames — Eli, Lij — give it everyday flexibility that matches its timeless grandeur.

• Hebrew Equivalent:
  Eliahu
• Potential Sibling Name:
  Abigail
  ,
  Hannah
  ,
  Solomon
  ,
  Jonah
• Theme: God