Elijah Jager

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elijah Jager — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elijah Jager 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 Jager: Jager is a Dutch occupational surname meaning "hunter". People with this surname include: Durk Jager (1943–2022), Dutch businessman in the United States Eric Jager (born 1957), American medievalist and literary critic Evan Jager (born 1989), American long-distance runner Finne Jager (born 1984), Dutch trance music DJ and producer Henry Jager (1879–1952), New York assemblyman 1921 Maja Jager (born 1991), Danish archer Marike Jager (born 1979), Dutch singer-songwriter, guitarist and television presenter Matt Jager (born 1988), Australian golfer Robert E. 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: Jager

English

Jager is a Dutch occupational surname meaning "hunter". People with this surname include: Durk Jager (1943–2022), Dutch businessman in the United States Eric Jager (born 1957), American medievalist and literary critic Evan Jager (born 1989), American long-distance runner Finne Jager (born 1984), Dutch trance music DJ and producer Henry Jager (1879–1952), New York assemblyman 1921 Maja Jager (born 1991), Danish archer Marike Jager (born 1979), Dutch singer-songwriter, guitarist and television presenter Matt Jager (born 1988), Australian golfer Robert E.

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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 Jager

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 Jager:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Jager?
The surname Jager originates from English. Jager is a Dutch occupational surname meaning "hunter". People with this surname include: Durk Jager (1943–2022), Dutch businessman in the United States Eric Jager (born 1957), American medievalist and literary critic Evan Jager (born 1989), American long-distance runner Finne Jager (born 1984), Dutch trance music DJ and producer Henry Jager (1879–1952), New York assemblyman 1921 Maja Jager (born 1991), Danish archer Marike Jager (born 1979), Dutch singer-songwriter, guitarist and television presenter Matt Jager (born 1988), Australian golfer Robert E.
What are the origins of the name Elijah Jager?
The name Elijah Jager combines two different traditions: the first name Elijah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Jager originates from English.
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