Male Name
Alijah
ə.ˈlaɪ.ʒə
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
ends in -ah
variants
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
40/100
Meaning & Etymology
Alijah is a variant of the name Elijah, which originates from the Hebrew name אֱלִיָּהוּ (Eliyahu), meaning 'My God is Yahweh'. The name has strong biblical roots and is associated with the prophet Elijah in the Old Testament. Over time, the name has evolved into various forms, including Alijah, which is commonly used in English-speaking countries.
Etymology
Original Form:
אֱלִיָּהוּ (Eliyahu)
Evolution:
The name Elijah evolved into Alijah through phonetic adaptation and cultural assimilation in English-speaking regions.
Source:
Hebrew