Hallelujah
ha-llelu-jah,
hall(e)-lujah
US Popularity:13225
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Greatly praised
Now, you may have heard there was a secret chord… but have you ever heard the beautiful and original name Hallelujah? Meaning “greatly praised,” this meaningful feminine name has Hebrew origins. Hallelujah is a term or exclamation that is often used to express gratitude or joy, sometimes towards God. It derives from the Hebrew words hahelu or hillel meaning “praise,” and yah meaning “God.” Giving little Hallelujah this name will act as an enduring expression of thankfulness that they are in your life. And, of course, with a name like this, baby has a built-in lullaby that can be sung to send them off to sleep. The song Hallelujah was originally written and performed by Leonard Cohen, was made even more famous by Jeff Buckley, and has been hailed as one of the greatest songs of all time!
How Popular Is The Name Hallelujah?
U.S. Births
Overall:Hallelujah is currently #13225 in U.S. births
Girl:Hallelujah is currently #7751 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#7751
in 2023
+ 2910
from 2022
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