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Elijiah
Elijiah Pronunciation
Elijiah is pronounced ih-LY-jə /ɪˈlaɪ.dʒə/Medium
Meaning: An -iji- spelling of Elijah — from Hebrew Eliyahu, 'my God is Yahweh; the Lord is my God' (Eli, 'my God', plus Yah, 'God')Medium
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History & Origin
Elijiah is an -iji- spelling of Elijah — from Hebrew Eliyahu, 'my God is Yahweh; the Lord is my God' (Eli, 'my God', plus Yah, 'God'). The prophet Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal and was taken up to heaven in a chariot of fire. A lyrical, biblical name; the extra -i- personalizes it (said 'ih-LY-jə'; nickname Eli).
It registers thinly beside Elijah. Rare in this spelling, my-God-is-Yahweh at the root, and biblical.
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How do you pronounce Elijiah?
Elijiah is pronounced ih-LY-jə (/ɪˈlaɪ.dʒə/). Press play above to hear Elijiah said aloud.
How do you say Elijiah?
Elijiah is said ih-LY-jə (/ɪˈlaɪ.dʒə/). Press play above to hear Elijiah said aloud.
What does the name Elijiah mean?
Elijiah spells Elijah — Hebrew 'my God is Yahweh; the Lord is my God'.
Is Elijiah a boy or girl name?
Elijiah is a boy's name.
How popular is Elijiah?
Elijiah is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Elijah is more common.