Elijah Newberry

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elijah Newberry — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elijah Newberry 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 Newberry: Booker Newberry III (1956–2023), American singer and keyboardist Brennan Newberry (born, 1990), American professional stock car racing driver Brian Newberry (born 1971), American politician and member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives Christian Newberry (born 1968), British competitive figure skater Clare Turlay Newberry (1903–1970), American author and illustrator of children's books Claude Newberry (1888–1916), South African cricketer Dan Newberry, American politician and member of the Oklahoma Senate Fannie Ellsworth Newberry (1848–1942), American writer of girls' stories George . 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: Newberry

English

Booker Newberry III (1956–2023), American singer and keyboardist Brennan Newberry (born, 1990), American professional stock car racing driver Brian Newberry (born 1971), American politician and member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives Christian Newberry (born 1968), British competitive figure skater Clare Turlay Newberry (1903–1970), American author and illustrator of children's books Claude Newberry (1888–1916), South African cricketer Dan Newberry, American politician and member of the Oklahoma Senate Fannie Ellsworth Newberry (1848–1942), American writer of girls' stories George .

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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 Newberry

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 Newberry:

11
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Newberry?
The surname Newberry originates from English. Booker Newberry III (1956–2023), American singer and keyboardist Brennan Newberry (born, 1990), American professional stock car racing driver Brian Newberry (born 1971), American politician and member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives Christian Newberry (born 1968), British competitive figure skater Clare Turlay Newberry (1903–1970), American author and illustrator of children's books Claude Newberry (1888–1916), South African cricketer Dan Newberry, American politician and member of the Oklahoma Senate Fannie Ellsworth Newberry (1848–1942), American writer of girls' stories George .
What are the origins of the name Elijah Newberry?
The name Elijah Newberry combines two different traditions: the first name Elijah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Newberry originates from English.
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