Elia
Meaning of Elia
The name Elia is a charming and elegant choice for a baby girl, with roots deeply embedded in Italian and Spanish cultures. Pronounced as EH-lee-ah in Italian and eh-LYAH in Spanish, Elia carries a melodic and sophisticated tone that appeals to many. It is a feminine variation of the names Elias and Elijah, which have biblical origins meaning "Yahweh is my God." Over the years, Elia has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, consistently maintaining a presence albeit modestly on the baby name charts. Its timeless appeal lies in its simplicity and grace, making it an endearing option for parents seeking a name with cultural richness and historical depth.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as EH-lee-ah (/e.ˈli.a/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as eh-LYAH (/e.ˈʎa/)
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Notable People Named Elia
| Elia Kazan, a highly acclaimed American film and theatre director, producer, screenwriter, and actor, was recognized as one of the most influential figures in Broadway and Hollywood history. |
| Elia Petridis is a Lebanese-Greek film director and screenwriter, recognized for his work in transmedia and virtual reality production, and as the founder of Filmatics and Fever Content. |
| Elia Suleiman is a renowned Palestinian film director and actor, best known for his award-winning film Divine Intervention, and is often compared to Jacques Tati and Buster Keaton for his unique cinematic style. |
| Elia Locardi is a renowned American photographer known for his expertise in travel, landscape, and aerial photography, as well as videography, and he frequently collaborates with his wife, Naomi Locardi. |
| Elia Abu Madi was a Lebanese-born American poet known for his contributions to Arabic literature. |
| Elia Goode Byington was an American journalist and joint proprietor of the Columbus Evening Ledger, who also served as President of the Georgia Women's Press club before her death in 1936. |
| Elia Aboumrad is a Mexican chef and former Top Chef contestant known for her culinary expertise and creativity. |
| Elia Elia is a Samoan rugby union player known for his position as a hooker and his time with Harlequins since 2016. |
| Elia Bartolini is an Italian motorcycle rider competing for QJmotor Avintia Esponsorama in Moto3. |
| Elia Luini is an accomplished Italian rower, a four-time world champion and Olympic silver medalist in the lightweight double sculls. |
| Elia Visconti is an Italian professional footballer known for his role as a defender at Serie C Group B club Lucchese. |
| Elia Zurbriggen is a Swiss former alpine ski racer and the son of former World Cup winner, World and Olympic champion Pirmin Zurbriggen. |
| Elia Bastianoni is an Italian footballer and goalkeeper for Santarcangelo. |
| Elia Bossi is a prominent Italian male professional volleyball player, representing the Italy men's national volleyball team and playing for Modena Volley at the club level. |
| Elia Nasrallah is a Lebanese sports shooter who participated in the mixed trap event at the 1984 Summer Olympics. |
