Elhan
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Elhan
The name 'Elhan' means "God is gracious" or "God has been gracious," derived from the Hebrew elements *El* (God) and *hanan* (to be gracious).
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Etymology
The name 'Elhan' means "God is gracious" or "God has been gracious," derived from the Hebrew elements *El* (God) and *hanan* (to be gracious). It is used primarily in Jewish and Christian contexts, appearing in the Hebrew Bible as a minor figure (e.g., Elhanan son of Jair, a warrior in King David's army).
Elhan currently ranks #5,933 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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