Benjamin vs Elijah

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
Nicknames
Eli, Lijah

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Benjamin Rank #11
Elijah Rank #8

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #11 for Benjamin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Benjamin ___

  • Benjamin James
  • Benjamin Alexander
  • Benjamin Thomas
  • Benjamin Oliver
  • Benjamin William
  • Benjamin Henry

Elijah ___

  • Elijah James
  • Elijah Thomas
  • Elijah Alexander
  • Elijah Joseph
  • Elijah Samuel
  • Elijah David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Benjamin

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Noah

If you choose Elijah

Noah Isaac Isaiah Olivia Naomi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benjamin or Elijah more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Benjamin at #11 in the United States.

What do Benjamin and Elijah mean?

Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin). Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Benjamin and Elijah boy or girl names?

Benjamin is primarily a boy name. Elijah is primarily a boy name.

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