Elijah Burr

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elijah Burr — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elijah Burr is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Elijah is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Elijah (Hebrew: אֵלִיָּהוּ‎, romanized: Eliyahu, meaning "My God is Yahweh/YHWH") is a masculine given name after the prophet Elijah in the Hebrew Bible. Elijah was among the five most popular names for Black newborn boys in the American state of Virginia in 2022 and again in 2023. In 2022, it was the 37th-most popular name given to boys in Canada. The surname Burr: Aaron Burr (1756–1836), third U.S. vice president Aaron Burr Sr. (1716–1757), American Presbyterian minister and college educator Alice Burr (1883–1968), American photographer Amelia Josephine Burr (1878–1968), American poet Albert G. Burr (1829–1882), American politician Benjamin Burr (1818–1894), American politician Bill Burr (born 1968), American stand-up comedian and actor Chandler Burr (born 1963), American journalist and author Claudia Burr (born 1968), Chilean actress Clive Burr (1957–2013), English drummer David H. Elijah is a rare first name, carried by approximately 29K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Elijah reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Elijah

Hebrew

Elijah (Hebrew: אֵלִיָּהוּ‎, romanized: Eliyahu, meaning "My God is Yahweh/YHWH") is a masculine given name after the prophet Elijah in the Hebrew Bible. Elijah was among the five most popular names for Black newborn boys in the American state of Virginia in 2022 and again in 2023. In 2022, it was the 37th-most popular name given to boys in Canada.

Surname: Burr

English

Aaron Burr (1756–1836), third U.S. vice president Aaron Burr Sr. (1716–1757), American Presbyterian minister and college educator Alice Burr (1883–1968), American photographer Amelia Josephine Burr (1878–1968), American poet Albert G. Burr (1829–1882), American politician Benjamin Burr (1818–1894), American politician Bill Burr (born 1968), American stand-up comedian and actor Chandler Burr (born 1963), American journalist and author Claudia Burr (born 1968), Chilean actress Clive Burr (1957–2013), English drummer David H.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Elijah is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Elijah by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Elijah Burr

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Elijah Burr:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Elijah?
The first name Elijah originates from Hebrew. Elijah (Hebrew: אֵלִיָּהוּ‎, romanized: Eliyahu, meaning "My God is Yahweh/YHWH") is a masculine given name after the prophet Elijah in the Hebrew Bible. Elijah was among the five most popular names for Black newborn boys in the American state of Virginia in 2022 and again in 2023. In 2022, it was the 37th-most popular name given to boys in Canada.
When was Elijah most popular?
The name Elijah reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Burr?
The surname Burr originates from English. Aaron Burr (1756–1836), third U.S. vice president Aaron Burr Sr. (1716–1757), American Presbyterian minister and college educator Alice Burr (1883–1968), American photographer Amelia Josephine Burr (1878–1968), American poet Albert G. Burr (1829–1882), American politician Benjamin Burr (1818–1894), American politician Bill Burr (born 1968), American stand-up comedian and actor Chandler Burr (born 1963), American journalist and author Claudia Burr (born 1968), Chilean actress Clive Burr (1957–2013), English drummer David H.
What are the origins of the name Elijah Burr?
The name Elijah Burr combines two different traditions: the first name Elijah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Burr originates from English.
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