Elkanah
Meaning of Elkanah
The name Elkanah is of Hebrew origin and is pronounced as el-KAH-nah (/ɛlˈkɑ.nɑ/). Rooted deeply in biblical history, Elkanah is a name that carries significant spiritual weight. In the Bible, Elkanah was the father of Samuel, one of the great prophets and judges of Israel. The name means "God has created" or "God has possessed," reflecting a strong connection to faith and divine creation. Variations of the name include Elkan and Elkanan, offering slight twists on this classic choice. Despite its rich heritage, Elkanah remains relatively rare in modern times; in the United States, it has seen minimal usage with only a handful of occurrences each year since 1982. This rarity makes it an excellent option for parents looking for a unique yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as el-KAH-nah (/ɛlˈkɑ.nɑ/)
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Notable People Named Elkanah
| Elkanah Lamb - Elkanah J. Lamb was a minister and missionary who traveled through the Kansas and Nebraska frontier, and is known for his treacherous descent on Longs Peak in 1871. |
| Elkanah Watson was a versatile American figure known for his work in agriculture, banking, and writing, with notable contributions to the development of agricultural fairs and the Merino sheep industry. |
| Elkanah Walker (1805–1877) was an American pioneer settler in the Oregon Country, known for his contributions to the development of the states of Oregon and Washington. |
