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Name Origin

Elia is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, traditionally meaning 'My God is Yahweh.' It's a shortened version of the Biblical name Elijah.

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Famous People

Elia Kazan (1905-2003)

Film director, producer, screenwriter

  • Won five Academy Awards
  • Directed classics like 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and 'On the Waterfront'
  • Influential figure in American theatre and film

Elia Suleiman (1960-)

Film director, screenwriter, actor

  • Known for his minimalist, deadpan comedies
  • Films often explore Palestinian identity and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
  • Won awards at Cannes and other international film festivals