Elijah Waldrop

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elijah Waldrop — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elijah Waldrop 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 Waldrop: People with the surname Waldrop include: Howard Waldrop (born 1946), American science fiction writer Jim Waldrop, American baseball coach James Leonard Waldrop (1955–1986), American actor and model Keith Waldrop (1932–2023), American poet, author, and translator; husband of Rosmarie Waldrop Kyle Waldrop (born 1985), American baseball pitcher Kyle Waldrop (outfielder) (born 1991), American baseball outfielder Lacey Waldrop (born 1993), American softball coach and player Manse Waldrop (died 1887), American rapist and lynching victim Mark Waldrop, American musician Michael Waldrop (born 1961), Am. 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: Waldrop

English

People with the surname Waldrop include: Howard Waldrop (born 1946), American science fiction writer Jim Waldrop, American baseball coach James Leonard Waldrop (1955–1986), American actor and model Keith Waldrop (1932–2023), American poet, author, and translator; husband of Rosmarie Waldrop Kyle Waldrop (born 1985), American baseball pitcher Kyle Waldrop (outfielder) (born 1991), American baseball outfielder Lacey Waldrop (born 1993), American softball coach and player Manse Waldrop (died 1887), American rapist and lynching victim Mark Waldrop, American musician Michael Waldrop (born 1961), Am.

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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 Waldrop

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 Waldrop:

8
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Waldrop?
The surname Waldrop originates from English. People with the surname Waldrop include: Howard Waldrop (born 1946), American science fiction writer Jim Waldrop, American baseball coach James Leonard Waldrop (1955–1986), American actor and model Keith Waldrop (1932–2023), American poet, author, and translator; husband of Rosmarie Waldrop Kyle Waldrop (born 1985), American baseball pitcher Kyle Waldrop (outfielder) (born 1991), American baseball outfielder Lacey Waldrop (born 1993), American softball coach and player Manse Waldrop (died 1887), American rapist and lynching victim Mark Waldrop, American musician Michael Waldrop (born 1961), Am.
What are the origins of the name Elijah Waldrop?
The name Elijah Waldrop combines two different traditions: the first name Elijah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Waldrop originates from English.
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