Elijah Crowder

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elijah Crowder — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elijah Crowder 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 Crowder: Alfred Crowder (1878–1961), English cricketer Alvin Crowder, baseball pitcher Corey Crowder (born 1969), American basketball player Channing Crowder, NFL linebacker David Crowder, American musician Enoch Crowder, American World War I general Grace Meigs Crowder (1881–1925), American physician Jae Crowder (born 1990), American basketball player Jamison Crowder, American football player Jean Crowder, Canadian politician John Crowder (1891–1961), British politician John Crowder (1756–1830), English alderman; Lord Mayor of London Norman Crowder (1926–2013), English Anglican Archdeacon Petre Crowde. 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: Crowder

English

Alfred Crowder (1878–1961), English cricketer Alvin Crowder, baseball pitcher Corey Crowder (born 1969), American basketball player Channing Crowder, NFL linebacker David Crowder, American musician Enoch Crowder, American World War I general Grace Meigs Crowder (1881–1925), American physician Jae Crowder (born 1990), American basketball player Jamison Crowder, American football player Jean Crowder, Canadian politician John Crowder (1891–1961), British politician John Crowder (1756–1830), English alderman; Lord Mayor of London Norman Crowder (1926–2013), English Anglican Archdeacon Petre Crowde.

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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 Crowder

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 Crowder:

5
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Crowder?
The surname Crowder originates from English. Alfred Crowder (1878–1961), English cricketer Alvin Crowder, baseball pitcher Corey Crowder (born 1969), American basketball player Channing Crowder, NFL linebacker David Crowder, American musician Enoch Crowder, American World War I general Grace Meigs Crowder (1881–1925), American physician Jae Crowder (born 1990), American basketball player Jamison Crowder, American football player Jean Crowder, Canadian politician John Crowder (1891–1961), British politician John Crowder (1756–1830), English alderman; Lord Mayor of London Norman Crowder (1926–2013), English Anglican Archdeacon Petre Crowde.
What are the origins of the name Elijah Crowder?
The name Elijah Crowder combines two different traditions: the first name Elijah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Crowder originates from English.
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