Elie
Elie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛΙli/
Meaning and origin of Elie
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Variously a form of Elijah used in Romanian, French, and some other languages, or short for names like Eliezer.
How popular is Elie?
Since 1880, 390 girls and 3,015 boys in the U.S. have been named Elie (11% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5521 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #495 in 1886. In 2025, 42 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Elie
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Elie
Sister and brother names that share Elie's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Elie FAQ
What does the name Elie mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Variously a form of Elijah used in Romanian, French, and some other languages, or short for names like Eliezer.
What is the origin of the name Elie?
Elie is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Elie?
Since 1880, 390 girls and 3,015 boys in the U.S. have been named Elie (11% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5521 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #495 in 1886. In 2025, 42 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Elie a boy or girl name?
Elie is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (390 girls and 3,015 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.