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Gabe vs Elia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gabe

Boy #4,653 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is my strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,653
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Elia

Boy #4,626 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"My God is Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Hebrew Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,626
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gabe Rank #4,653
Elia Rank #4,626

Elia is more popular, ranked #4626 vs #4653 for Gabe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gabe or Elia more popular?

Elia is more popular, ranked #4626 compared to Gabe at #4653 in the United States.

What do Gabe and Elia mean?

Gabe means "God is my strength" (Hebrew origin). Elia means "My God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gabe and Elia boy or girl names?

Gabe is primarily a boy name. Elia is primarily a boy name.

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