Elijah Jeffers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elijah Jeffers — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elijah Jeffers 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 Jeffers: Alexis Jeffers (born 1968), St. Kitts and Nevis politician Anne Burton Jeffers (1851–1946), American librarian Audrey Jeffers (1898–1968), Trinidadian social worker and politician Brent Jeffers, American football coach Christopher Jeffers (born 1988), English actor and dancer Ed Jeffers (1921–2010), American football player Francis Jeffers (born 1981), English football player Grace Jeffers (born 1967), American writer and artist Hamilton Jeffers (1893–1976), American astronomer Henry W. 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: Jeffers

English

Alexis Jeffers (born 1968), St. Kitts and Nevis politician Anne Burton Jeffers (1851–1946), American librarian Audrey Jeffers (1898–1968), Trinidadian social worker and politician Brent Jeffers, American football coach Christopher Jeffers (born 1988), English actor and dancer Ed Jeffers (1921–2010), American football player Francis Jeffers (born 1981), English football player Grace Jeffers (born 1967), American writer and artist Hamilton Jeffers (1893–1976), American astronomer Henry W.

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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 Jeffers

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 Jeffers:

6
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Jeffers?
The surname Jeffers originates from English. Alexis Jeffers (born 1968), St. Kitts and Nevis politician Anne Burton Jeffers (1851–1946), American librarian Audrey Jeffers (1898–1968), Trinidadian social worker and politician Brent Jeffers, American football coach Christopher Jeffers (born 1988), English actor and dancer Ed Jeffers (1921–2010), American football player Francis Jeffers (born 1981), English football player Grace Jeffers (born 1967), American writer and artist Hamilton Jeffers (1893–1976), American astronomer Henry W.
What are the origins of the name Elijah Jeffers?
The name Elijah Jeffers combines two different traditions: the first name Elijah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Jeffers originates from English.
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