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Eilon

♂ Boy

Pronounced AY-lone /eɪˈloʊn/High

Meaning: Eilon comes from Hebrew elon, meaning 'oak tree' (a symbol of strength; also a biblical name and a judge of Israel). It is an established Israeli/Hebrew name; the Hebrew route is documented, which we note.Medium

In 30 seconds: A strong two-beat name: Eilon is Hebrew for 'oak tree' (said 'AY-lone'). A documented Hebrew name, noted.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningEilon comes from Hebrew elon, meaning 'oak tree' (a symbol of strength; also a biblical name and a judge of Israel). It is an established Israeli/Hebrew name; the Hebrew route is documented, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12792 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 31

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120132024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Eilon is from Hebrew elon, 'oak tree' — an emblem of strength and steadiness, also a biblical name (a judge of Israel). It is well established in Israel; the Hebrew route is documented, which we note (said 'AY-lone').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, Hebrew-heritage, and strong.

Did you know? Eilon means 'oak tree' in Hebrew (elon) — a symbol of strength and endurance, and a biblical judge of Israel. A documented heritage name we note (said 'AY-lone').
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Eilon — Hebrew elon 'oak tree'; documented (biblical)

Variations

ElonEylonIlon

Nicknames

EliLon

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Eilon mean?

Eilon comes from Hebrew elon, meaning 'oak tree.' It's an established Hebrew/Israeli name, which we note.

How do you pronounce Eilon?

It's said AY-lone /eɪˈloʊn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Eilon a boy or girl name?

Eilon is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Eilon?

Eilon is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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