Eli

Eli is a Hebrew name meaning "ascension" or "high." It is derived from the Hebrew name אֵלִי (Eliyahu), meaning "my God is Yahweh."

Notable Namesakes

• Eli Manning - NFL quarterback, two-time Super Bowl MVP.
• Eli Roth - Film director, producer, actor, and writer.
• Eli Whitney - Inventor of the cotton gin.
• Eli Wallach - Actor known for "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly."
• Eli Broad - Philanthropist and entrepreneur in real estate.
• Eli Tomac - Professional motocross and supercross racer.
• Eli Craig - Director of horror-comedy film "Tucker and Dale vs Evil."
• Eli Harold - NFL linebacker, social justice advocate.
• Eli Pariser - Co-founder of Upworthy, political and internet activist.
• Eli Young Band - Country music group with hit songs.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Eli

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Eli

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Eli