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Elijah vs Isiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Isiah

Boy #1,312 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,312
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elijah Rank #8
Isiah Rank #1,312

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #1312 for Isiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elijah or Isiah more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Isiah at #1312 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Isiah mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Isiah means "God is salvation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elijah and Isiah boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Isiah is primarily a boy name.

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