Eliud
Eliud is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is my praise or God of majesty.
Origin and history
Eliud is a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning God is my praise or God of majesty. Historically prominent in Biblical genealogies, it remains a uncommon but enduring choice in the United States. It is widely recognized internationally through world-class athletics.
Popularity in the United States
1,593 babies in the United States have been named Eliud since 1880. It ranks #3162 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1772.
States where it is most popular
- TX (86.7 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- NY (4.2 %)
- AZ (0.84 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 11 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 42 |
| 1960-1970 | 97 |
| 1970-1980 | 152 |
| 1980-1990 | 166 |
| 1990-2000 | 284 |
| 2000-2010 | 366 |
| 2010-2019 | 315 |
| 2020-2029 | 155 |
Famous people named Eliud
- Eliud Kipchoge: Athlete, Olympic Champion
Fun facts
- Eliud is listed in the Gospel of Matthew as the son of Achim and the great-great-grandfather of Saint Joseph.
- The name gained global fame through Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge, the first person to run a marathon in under two hours.