Holding steady.
Popularity of Elajah since 1999
Babies named Elajah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 9 |
| 2000s | 86 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Elajah is a modern American feminine name that entered the U.S. naming records in 1999. Its creation fits a contemporary pattern of adapting biblical or traditional names with a fashionable -ah or -a ending. The name reached its highest usage in 2008, though it has never appeared in the national top 1,000, making it a rare choice. The trajectory of use has been relatively stable, with no pronounced growth or decline. As a modern coinage without deep historical roots, Elajah's appeal lies in its melodic sound and resemblance to more established names like Elijah and Alayah.
Elajah appears to be a modern feminine invention, first recorded in the United States in 1999. It may combine elements of the biblical name Elijah with the fashionable -ah suffix, or be a respelling of names like Alayah or Aaliyah. The name saw its peak popularity in 2008, though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ela, Laj, Laya
Sibling names for Elajah
Names that share Elajah's style, for a brother or sister.
