Elijah vs Jonathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elijah

Boy #8 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #83 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has given"

Origin: Hebrew (Yehonatan)

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Elijah Rank #8

Jonathan Rank #83

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #83 for Jonathan.

Is Elijah or Jonathan more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Jonathan at #83 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Jonathan mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Elijah and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.