Elijay
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Elijay first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 26 babies have been named Elijay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elijay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,972 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,972
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Elijay
Elijay is a boy name .
Elijay is currently ranked #17,972 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Elijay include Eli, Elij, Elijy, Elijie, Ely, Elie, and Elikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Elijay include Elijah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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