Eliam Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eliam is a Hebrew name meaning 'my God is a people'. It has biblical origins and is associated with the father of Bathsheba. The name has evolved in its historical forms while retaining its spiritual significance. It is viewed positively in modern contexts, appreciated for its uniqueness and strong biblical connections.
The name Eliam is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eliam has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eliam' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4811th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 871st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eliam' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eliam"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːliəm/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Eliam is derived from Hebrew, meaning 'my God is a people' or 'God of the people'. It is composed of the elements 'El', meaning 'God', and 'am', meaning 'people'.
Meaning
my God is a people
Language Evolution
Eliam (Hebrew), Eliam (Biblical Hebrew)
Biblical Background
Eliam is mentioned in the Bible as the father of Bathsheba, who was the wife of King David.
Historical Usage
The name Eliam has been used in Jewish communities for centuries, particularly in biblical contexts. Its popularity increased during the 20th century as interest in biblical names grew.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliam, Elyam
Modern Popularity & Image
Eliam is viewed positively as a strong, spiritual name with biblical roots. It is less common than some other biblical names but is appreciated for its uniqueness.
Famous People
Eliam, father of Bathsheba in the Bible
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eliam"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eliam"
"Eliam" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4811th of 24088 | 277 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 871st of 23106 | 3,072 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliam" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
44.14% 3294th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.85% 1229th/3984 |
15.42% 692nd/4487 |
12.05% 822nd/6822 |
13.70% 860th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliam" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eliam"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eliam" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.