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Name Origin

Elijah is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'my God is Yahweh'. It is derived from the Hebrew elements 'Eli' meaning 'my God' and 'Yahweh' referring to the Hebrew God.

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Famous People

Elijah Muhammad (1897-1975)

Religious Leader

  • Leader of the Nation of Islam
  • Influential figure in African-American religious and social history

Elijah Cummings (1951-2019)

Politician

  • U.S. Representative from Maryland
  • Prominent voice on issues of civil rights and social justice

Elijah Wood (1981-)

Actor

  • Known for his role as Frodo Baggins in the Lord of the Rings trilogy
  • Successful career in film and television