Eliel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eliel originates from Hebrew, meaning 'God is my God'. It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its biblical significance. The name is associated with strong traits of faith and spirituality, with historical roots in the Bible. While it has been used for centuries, it has gained modern popularity for its uniqueness and depth.
The name Eliel is most popular in Florida, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eliel has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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, 'Eliel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4319th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1629th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 916th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27343rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eliel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eliel"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛliːɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Eliel is derived from the Hebrew elements 'El' meaning 'God' and 'el' meaning 'God is my God'.
Meaning
God is my God
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֵלְיֵאל, Latin: Eliel, English: Eliel
Biblical Background
Eliel is mentioned in the Bible as a member of the tribe of Benjamin.
Historical Usage
The name Eliel has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and has gained popularity in various cultures due to its biblical roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Elie, Eli, Elielito
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eliel is perceived as a unique and meaningful name, often chosen for its strong biblical significance.
Famous People
Eliel Saarinen - a Finnish-American architect known for his modernist designs., Eliel de Souza - a notable Brazilian football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eliel"
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 "Eliel"
"Eliel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4319th of 16616 | 180 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1629th of 24088 | 1,338 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 916th of 23106 | 2,879 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27343rd of 30306 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliel" 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) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
46.52% 2416th/5194 |
44.56% 2815th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.45% 1991st/4582 |
21.07% 1088th/5164 |
20.36% 1489th/7313 |
20.29% 1514th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.60% 1458th/3984 |
14.42% 647th/4487 |
13.27% 905th/6822 |
14.20% 891st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eliel" 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 "Eliel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eliel" 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.