Eliyohu

A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 123 recorded U.S. births.

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Meaning & Origin

Eliyohu is a three-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 123 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.

Eliyohu is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Eliyohu is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a variant of Eliyahu (Elijah), meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' The prophet Elijah is one of the most dramatic figures in the Hebrew Bible — carried to heaven in a chariot of fire — making this name a powerful statement of divine faith.

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Eliyohu is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.

In the U.S., Eliyohu has been recorded as a boy's name since 1980, with 123 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

123

Total births

Since 1980

1997

Peak

8 births

1980

First recorded

44 years of data

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Popularity Over Time

Eliyohu has 19+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1980.

First appeared: 1980Peak: 1997 (8 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Eliyohu
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	21	#10143	▼
2010s	41	#10451	▲
2000s	29	#11021	▲
1990s	14	#7926	▼
1980s	18	#5815	—

The Story of Eliyohu

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 1997, Eliyohu is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Eliyohu are most likely born between 1987 and 2007.

How rare is Eliyohu?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Eliyohu is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1980, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2010s with 41 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.

Eliyohu by the numbers

Would fill 3 school buses

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(19 years, 1980–2023)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Eliyohu
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2023	8	#9150	+2 (33.3%)
2022	6	#11260	-1 (-14.3%)
2021	7	#10018	0
2018	7	#9979	+2 (40.0%)
2017	5	#12839	-3 (-37.5%)
2013	8	#9032	+3 (60.0%)
2012	5	#12829	-3 (-37.5%)
2011	8	#8988	0
2010	8	#9039	+1 (14.3%)
2009	7	#10165	+2 (40.0%)
2007	5	#12903	0
2004	5	#11891	-2 (-28.6%)
2003	7	#8941	+2 (40.0%)
2002	5	#11207	-1 (-16.7%)
1999	6	#9045	-2 (-25.0%)
1997	8	#6806	+2 (33.3%)
1984	6	#5799	+1 (20.0%)
1983	5	#6547	-2 (-28.6%)
1980	7	#5100	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eliyohu a boy's or girl's name?

Eliyohu is primarily a boy's name.

When was Eliyohu most popular?

Eliyohu reached its peak popularity in 1997 with 8 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Eliyohu?

Eliyohu is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 123 babies in the U.S. since 1980. Its peak was in 1997.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1980–2023