Lijah
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Lijah
Lijah is a shortened form of Elijah, derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu (אליהו), meaning "my God is Yahweh" or "God is my strength." The name has roots in ancient Hebrew and combines the elements "eli" (God) and "yahu" (Yahweh).
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Etymology
Lijah is a shortened form of Elijah, derived from the Hebrew name Eliyahu (אליהו), meaning "my God is Yahweh" or "God is my strength." The name has roots in ancient Hebrew and combines the elements "eli" (God) and "yahu" (Yahweh).
Lijah is primarily used in English-speaking Christian and Jewish cultures, with increased popularity in African American communities since the late 20th century; the biblical prophet Elijah holds significant importance in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as a major figure in the Hebrew Bible.
Lijah currently ranks #5,136 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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