Eliyahu
Meaning of Eliyahu
The name Eliyahu is a distinguished male name of Hebrew origin, pronounced as eh-lee-YAH-hoo (/eliˈjahu/). It carries deep historical and religious significance, being the original Hebrew form of the name Elijah. Eliyahu means "My God is Yahweh," reflecting a strong spiritual association with the divine. This name is rich in cultural heritage and is often linked to the biblical prophet Elijah, who played a pivotal role in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. Variations of this name include Elijah and Eliyah, which are more commonly used in English-speaking countries. Despite its profound roots, Eliyahu remains relatively uncommon in the United States, consistently ranking between 1300 and 2000 over the past few decades. Its unique sound and meaningful background make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with both historical depth and modern appeal.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as eh-lee-YAH-hoo (/eliˈjahu/)
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Notable People Named Eliyahu
| Eliyahu Rahamim Zini is the rosh yeshiva of Yeshivat Or Vishua and a former rabbi and lecturer at the Technion in Haifa. |
| Eliyahu Moshe Goldratt was an Israeli business management guru known for developing the Theory of Constraints and other related techniques. |
| Eliyahu Rips is an Israeli mathematician known for his work in geometric group theory and his involvement in the controversial study of the "Bible code." |
| Eliyahu Koren was a renowned typographer and graphic artist who founded Koren Publishers Jerusalem and is known for publishing the Koren Bible and Siddur. |
| Rabbi Eliyahu Meir Bloch, also known as Rav Elya Meir Bloch, was a prominent Orthodox Jewish rabbi in the United States and co-founder of the Telshe Yeshiva in Cleveland, Ohio. |
| Eliyahu Hakim was a member of Lehi and known for his involvement in the 1944 assassination of Lord Moyne. |
| Eliyahu de Vidas was a 16th-century rabbi known for his expertise in the Kabbalah and for writing "Reshit Chochmah," a pietistic work still widely studied by Orthodox Jews today. |
| Eliyahu Elyashar was an Israeli politician and writer. |
| Eliyahu Zevi Soloveitchik was a prominent Lithuanian rabbi, author, and translator from Slutsk, with familial ties to other influential rabbis. |
| Eliyahu Meridor was an Israeli politician who served in the Knesset for Herut and Gahal from 1959 until his passing in 1966. |
| Eliyahu Berligne was a founder of Tel Aviv and a key figure in the Yishuv in Mandate Palestine, as well as a signatory of the Israeli declaration of independence. |
| Eliyahu Hacarmeli was an Israeli politician and former member of the Knesset from 1949 to 1952. |
| Eliyahu Speiser was an Israeli politician who served in the Knesset for the Alignment from 1977 to 1988. |
| Eliyahu Golomb was a Zionist activist. |
| Eliyahu Offer was an Israeli football professional player and manager, known for his time as a defensive midfielder for Hapoel Be'er Sheva and his multiple stints as the club's manager. |
