The nameEliya
Eliya is a name mostly given to girls in France.
- Girl's name
- Hebrew
Meaning
It is linked to Elijah, from the Hebrew Eliyahu, "my God is Yahweh", or to Elia.
Origin
Hebrew.
History
In France it has risen since the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Eliya
Eliya in France
851stmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (50 births)
560babies named Eliya in France since 1900
Eliya was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 300 births over the decade, 54% of all recorded babies named Eliya. Its rise began around 2001, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Eliya in France were born before 2018, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 35 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eliya mean?
It is linked to Elijah, from the Hebrew Eliyahu, "my God is Yahweh", or to Elia.
What is the origin of the name Eliya?
Hebrew.
Is Eliya a girl's or a boy's name?
Eliya is a girl's name.