Elah
Meaning of Elah
Elah (EE-luh; /ˈiːlə/) derives from the Biblical Hebrew ʾēlāh, denoting the venerable oak or terebinth whose knotted boughs once punctuated the Judean hillscape like Corinthian columns framing an ancient forum; simultaneously, it serves as a theophoric ellipsis of ’El, the divine, thus entwining arboreal resilience with sacred gravitas. In onomastic terms, its bisyllabic structure (open-closed) confers a mellifluous cadence prized by Latin stylists for its euphonic symmetry, and its formal austerity belies a warm invitation—much as a modest vineyard gate opens onto sunlit terraces. Although U.S. data record only 15 newborns named Elah in 2024 (rank 935), with sporadic twentieth-century appearances, its rarity amplifies its quiet allure (one might view its absence from playground clichés as a subtle sociolinguistic blessing). For those seeking a name that marries academic depth, classical resonance and understated dignity, Elah stands as a living testament to the enduring dialogue between history and hope.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as EE-luh (/ˈiːlə/)
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Notable People Named Elah
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