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Boy name

Eli

Eli is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “ascended, uplifted.” It currently ranks #80 for US boys and is falling.

Meaning
Ascended, uplifted.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#55
Syllables
2
Letters
3
Starts with
E

Eli's popularity over time

↓ Falling
#80 in 2023Peak rank #43US SSA · boys
#1#40#80201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Eli

What does the name Eli mean?

Eli means "Ascended, uplifted." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Eli a boy or girl name?

Eli is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Eli?

Eli ranked #80 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been falling (peak rank #43).

How many syllables are in Eli?

Eli has 2 syllables and 3 letters.

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