Elijah vs Tatum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elijah

Boy #8 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#8
Total SSA Count
11,171
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Elijah Rank #8
Tatum Rank #195

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elijah or Tatum more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Tatum mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Elijah and Tatum boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.

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