Eligh
Eligh is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
My God, or Yahweh is God (variant of Eli/Elijah).
Origin and history
Eligh is a modern phonetic spelling variant of the classic Hebrew name Eli or Elijah. It has gained mild usage in the United States as a contemporary alternative spelling. Its total usage remains relatively low, appealing to parents looking for a traditional root with a distinctive look.
Popularity in the United States
1,019 babies in the United States have been named Eligh since 1880. It ranks #3664 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1835.
States where it is most popular
- CA (98.5 %)
- GA (1.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 58 |
| 1920-1930 | 87 |
| 1930-1940 | 60 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 13 |
| 2000-2010 | 228 |
| 2010-2019 | 458 |
| 2020-2029 | 92 |
Famous people named Eligh
- Eligh Nachowitz: Rapper, Producer
Fun facts
- Eligh is an alternative spelling modeled after names like Eli and Elijah, incorporating a silent 'gh' ending.
- The name gained visibility through the American hip-hop artist and producer Eligh (Eligh Nachowitz), a member of Living Legends.