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Meanings

Biblical Baby Names Meaning:

In Biblical Baby Names the meaning of the name Elijah is: God the Lord; the strong Lord.

Hebrew Baby Names Meaning:

In Hebrew Baby Names the meaning of the name Elijah is: Jehovah is God. Famous bearer: the Old Testament prophet Elijah.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Elijah is: God the Lord; the strong Lord.

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