# What Does the Name Elijah Mean?

Elijah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. It means “my God is Yahweh”.

**Origin:** Hebrew

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** ih-LY-juh

The name Elijah comes from Hebrew roots, where it carries the meaning “my God is Yahweh”. It is pronounced ih-LY-juh.

Is Elijah a boy or girl name? Elijah is traditionally used as a boy name.

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- [**Isaiah**Yahweh is salvation](/baby-name-isaiah-meaning/)
- [**Samuel**heard by God](/baby-name-samuel-meaning/)
- [**Nathan**he gave](/baby-name-nathan-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Elijah?

Elijah means “my God is Yahweh”. It is a name of Hebrew origin.

### What origin is the name Elijah?

Elijah is of Hebrew origin.

### Is Elijah a boy or girl name?

Elijah is traditionally a boy name.