Eli

Boy

Origin: Hebrew · English

Meaning

“Hebrew, 'ascent' or 'high'; also a short form of Elijah/Elias”

Biblical name borne by the high priest who mentored Samuel; consistently popular and surged strongly in the 2000s–2010s.

Rarity: uncommon

Peak decade: 2010s

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