"God is exalted, God is the Lord"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Eliya
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The feminine form of Elijah — a prophet's name transformed
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The Story of Eliya
Eliya is the feminine form of Elijah (Eliyahu in Hebrew), one of the most prominent prophets of the Hebrew Bible. The name breaks down into 'El' (God) + 'iy' (my) + 'yah' (Yahweh), meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'God is exalted'. Elijah was a zealous prophet who confronted the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel and was taken to heaven in a chariot of fire — a figure of immense power and divine favor in Judeo-Christian tradition.
Eliya has risen as parents seek feminine forms of the wildly popular Elijah. As Elijah has been a top-10 boys' name in the US through the 2010s-2020s, parents of girls have embraced Eliya as a way to share that beloved name's sound and meaning. It is also popular in Israel as a standalone feminine name.
In Jewish tradition, the prophet Elijah holds a unique place — he is expected to herald the coming of the Messiah and is welcomed at every Passover seder with a special cup of wine in his honor. A daughter named Eliya carries this profound connection to Jewish eschatological hope.
Historical Record
Eliya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 799 babies have been named Eliya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eliya is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,349 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Elijah/Eliya is one of only two prophets in the Hebrew Bible (with Enoch) said to have ascended to heaven without dying
- A cup of wine is poured for Elijah at every Passover seder, and the door is opened for him to enter — making Elijah one of the most present absent guests in Jewish tradition
Eliya in Other Languages
Greek
Ηλίας (Ilias)
Arabic
إيليا (Ilya)
Hebrew
אֱלִיָּה
Russian
Илья (Ilya, masculine)
Spanish
Elía
Popularity Over Time
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Elijah (Hebrew prophet)
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One of the greatest Hebrew prophets, a zealous defender of monotheism who according to scripture was taken to heaven in ...
One of the greatest Hebrew prophets, a zealous defender of monotheism who according to scripture was taken to heaven in a fiery chariot
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Eliya Cruz
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Emerging singer-songwriter using the feminine form of this prophetic name
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,349
- Total SSA Count
- 33
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish Christian Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Eli
Lia
Liya
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eliya
What does the name Eliya mean?
"God is exalted, God is the Lord" (from Hebrew). Eliya is the feminine form of Elijah (Eliyahu in Hebrew), one of the most prominent prophets of the Hebrew Bible. The name breaks down into 'El' (God) + 'iy' (my) + 'yah' (Yahweh), meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'God is exalted'. Elijah was a zealous prophet who confronted the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel and was taken to heaven in a chariot of fire — a figure of immense power and divine favor in Judeo-Christian tradition.
What is the origin of the name Eliya?
Eliya has Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is exalted, God is the Lord".
Is Eliya a boy or girl name?
Eliya is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4349. As a boy name, it is ranked #9053. Eliya is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Eliya?
Eliya is currently ranked #4349 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Eliya?
Common nicknames for Eliya include Eli, Lia, and Liya.
What are good middle names for Eliya?
Popular middle name pairings include Eliya Rose, Eliya Grace, Eliya Marie, Eliya Noelle, Eliya Ruth, Eliya Pearl, and Eliya Shira.
What are good sibling names for Eliya?
Names that pair well with Eliya as siblings include Elijah, Yael, Noam, Shira, Avigail, Rivka, and Levi.
How many syllables does Eliya have?
Eliya has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Eliya a common or rare name?
Eliya is an uncommon name, ranked #4349 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Eliya
Eliya is a girl name with Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Israeli origins . The name means "God is exalted, God is the Lord" in Hebrew .
Is Eliya a boy or girl name? Eliya is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,349 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,053. Eliya is more commonly used as a girl name.
Eliya is currently ranked #4,349 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Eliya has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Eliya include Eli, Lia, and Liya. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eliya include Eliyanah, Eliyah, Eliyana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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