Eli

Boy's name

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

Meaning The lord is my god
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 3,723 Falling
Peak year 2012

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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.

Brothers for Eli

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Sisters for Eli

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Name Variants

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