Rising since 1995, #2,933 for girls today.
Popularity of Eliyah since 1991
Babies named Eliyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 59 | 64 |
| 2000s | 350 | 179 |
| 2010s | 625 | 313 |
| 2020s | 412 | 219 |
Meaning & origin
Eliyah is a modern Hebrew-derived name that entered U.S. records in 1994 and has since climbed steadily. By 2025, it ranked 2933, with a 1 in 28,198 birth rate, and reached its highest position in 2024. The name's rising trajectory since 1995 reflects a broader trend of biblical names with streamlined spellings. It is most common in Michigan and California, suggesting a diverse geographic appeal. As a variant of Elijah, Eliyah carries the rich heritage of the Old Testament prophet while offering a fresh, distinctive spelling for parents seeking a name that feels both traditional and contemporary.
Eliyah is a variant of Elijah, derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu, meaning 'My God is Yahweh.' In the Hebrew Bible, Elijah was a prophet who performed miracles and was taken to heaven in a whirlwind. The name has been used among English speakers since the Protestant Reformation, with Eliyah emerging as a modern streamlined spelling.
Where Eliyah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eliyah” around the world
Where Eliyah lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
40
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eli, Liyah
Sibling names for Eliyah
Names that share Eliyah's style, for a brother or sister.
