Elijah
Boy · Hebrew / Biblical
elijah · 3 beats
Meaning
My God is Yahweh; the prophet who called down fire and heard God in a still small voice.
The vibe
Elijah is conviction made flesh. Vintage and strongly grounded, he carries the ancient fire of someone born certain of his purpose — passionate, principled, and impossible to ignore.
Quick questions
Is Elijah a boy's or a girl's name?
Elijah is a boy's name of Hebrew / Biblical origin.
What is a good nickname for Elijah?
Eli is the natural nickname for Elijah.
How popular is Elijah?
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