Holding steady.
Popularity of Elaijah since 1999
Babies named Elaijah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 9 |
| 2000s | 62 |
| 2010s | 79 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Elaijah is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999, a time when inventive, sound-driven names were gaining popularity. It reached its peak usage in 2010, but has never ranked in the top 1,000 and remains a highly unusual choice. The name's trajectory has remained stable, with no significant increase or decline, and it has not been recorded in any top state data. While it echoes the popular Elijah and the trendy Aaliyah, Elaijah stands out for its uniqueness, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive, modern name without deep historical roots.
Elaijah is a modern invented name that first appeared in the United States in 1999. It is likely formed by blending syllables from established names like Elijah and Aaliyah, following a pattern of creating unique feminine-sounding names with the "-aijah" ending. It has no historical or traditional roots in any language or culture.
“Elaijah” around the world
Where Elaijah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Elle, Eli, Lai
Variants: Elaija, Elayjah
Sibling names for Elaijah
Names that share Elaijah's style, for a brother or sister.
