"my God is majesty, God is splendor"
Origin: Hebrew eli + hod
Language: Hebrew
Eliud
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A Hebrew name made legendary by the world's greatest marathon runner
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"God of Judah"
Origin: Hebrew eli + Yehudah
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The Story of Eliud
Eliud is a Hebrew name composed of eli (my God) and possibly yehudah (Judah) or hod (majesty/splendor), giving meanings like my God is majesty or God of Judah. The name appears in the New Testament in the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew's gospel. While rare in the Western world, it has become an internationally recognized name through Kenya's greatest marathon runner.
Eliud gained global recognition through Eliud Kipchoge, the Kenyan marathon runner who became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours. His quiet dignity, philosophical outlook, and world records have made Eliud a name admired worldwide, particularly in athletic and East African communities.
In Kenya and East Africa, Eliud is a respected biblical name common among Christian Kalenjin and Kikuyu communities. Globally, Eliud Kipchoge has made it synonymous with human achievement and the philosophy that no human is limited.
Historical Record
Eliud first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 1,559 babies have been named Eliud in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eliud is past its peak , currently ranked #4,220 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Eliud Kipchoge ran the first sub-2-hour marathon in 2019, finishing in 1:59:40
- Kipchoge's quote 'No human is limited' has become one of sport's most famous philosophical statements
- The name appears in Matthew 1:14-15 in the genealogy of Jesus
Eliud in Other Languages
Greek
Ελιούδ
Latin
Eliud
Arabic
إيليود
Hebrew
אֱלִיהוּד
Swahili
Eliud
Popularity Over Time
#4,220
Current Rank
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Peaked 1975
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Eliud
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Eliud Kipchoge
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1984
Kenyan marathon runner, Olympic champion, and first person to run a marathon under two hours
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,220
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Biblical African Kenyan Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Eli
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eliud
What does the name Eliud mean?
"my God is majesty, God is splendor" (from Hebrew eli + hod). "God of Judah" (from Hebrew eli + Yehudah). Eliud is a Hebrew name composed of eli (my God) and possibly yehudah (Judah) or hod (majesty/splendor), giving meanings like my God is majesty or God of Judah. The name appears in the New Testament in the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew's gospel. While rare in the Western world, it has become an internationally recognized name through Kenya's greatest marathon runner.
What is the origin of the name Eliud?
Eliud has Hebrew eli + hod, Hebrew eli + Yehudah, Hebrew, Biblical, African, Kenyan, and Christian origins. In Hebrew eli + hod, it means "my God is majesty, God is splendor". In Hebrew eli + Yehudah, it means "God of Judah".
Is Eliud a boy or girl name?
Eliud is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Eliud?
Eliud is currently ranked #4220 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Eliud?
Common nicknames for Eliud include Eli.
What are good middle names for Eliud?
Popular middle name pairings include Eliud James, Eliud David, Eliud Emmanuel, Eliud Joseph, Eliud Caleb, and Eliud Nathaniel.
What are good sibling names for Eliud?
Names that pair well with Eliud as siblings include Elijah, Ezra, Naomi, Miriam, Tobias, and Jonah.
How many syllables does Eliud have?
Eliud has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Eliud a common or rare name?
Eliud is an uncommon name, ranked #4220 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Eliud
Eliud is a boy name with Hebrew, Biblical, African, Kenyan, and Christian origins . The name means "my God is majesty, God is splendor" in Hebrew eli + hod .
Eliud is currently ranked #4,220 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eliud has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Eliud include Eli. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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