Eli
e-li
US Popularity:134
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:High, height; Ascended; My God
Prepare for your capacity to love unconditionally to reach new heights upon baby's arrival! Eli, a gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin, is a fitting choice as it means "height" or "ascended." This biblical name also refers to "my God," making it suitable for a parent seeking a symbolic religious name for baby. Eli is a name in its own right and it is also an abbreviated term for Elliot and Elijah.
Famous People Named Eli
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Eli ClarkBassist
- Eli LillyScientist
- Eli ManningFootball Player
- Eli TokashBroadway Performer
- Eli WhitneyInventor
Common Nicknames for Eli
Thought Eli couldn’t get any cuter? Check out adorable nicknames for baby below.
How Popular Is The Name Eli?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Eli is currently #227 on The Bump
Boy:Eli is currently #129 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Eli is currently #165 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Eli is currently #134 in U.S. births
Boy:Eli is currently #80 in U.S. births
Girl:Eli is currently #4669 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#4669
in 2023
- 952
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 131, 392
Behind the Name, Eli (1), May 2020
Behind the Name, Eli (2), January 2019
Abarim Publications, Eli meaning
Quranic Names, Eli
Name Doctor, Eli
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