US births per decade — source: Social Security Administration
Elijah is predominantly a male name in the United States, reaching peak popularity in the 2010s. There are approximately 340,000 people named Elijah in the US today.
The name Elijah's root letters are EL.
The emotional letter E is at its elated and electrifying best when its energy is combined with the lively and life-loving letter L. We see these emotionally flexible effects at work in words like: elastic, elusive, elevate, elfish, élan, elegant, elite, elixir, and eloquent. These are personalities that exhibit none of the dark corners found in names that begin with consonants, even though Elijahs do experience occasional down-cycles as a consequence of their whimsical natures. Emotional? Definitely. The EL will emote you right under the table.
The next time you interact with an EL, check and see if your emotions are subtly shifting to fit theirs. This uncanny ability to transmit their emotional states to those around them gives them an unparalleled ability to express themselves as artists, musicians and actors. No matter what career path they choose, Elijahs take full advantage of the fact that people are so strongly drawn to them and almost always end up in positions where they can counsel and motivate others.
Elijahs are restless by nature and seek the stimulus of constant change. Consequently, – to the chagrin of parents and mates – their career searches may turn out to be lifelong processes. Perhaps this is why so many Elijahs thrive in the entertainment world as singers, dancers, and comedians—occupations that promise the uncertainty inherent in show business. Even on those rare occasions when Elijahs find themselves in the grip of laziness, their natural talents prevent them from ever reaching rock bottom.
Elijahs can be a bit overwhelming in their personal relationships, for one of the downsides to having such lively personalities is the temptation to manipulate other people whether deliberately or not. So if there’s going to be trouble between you and your EL friends, it’s going to arise from their insistence on getting their own way. And being defensive isn’t going to help you either; it will only provoke resentment and make you look like the bad guy. The best way to handle these emotional maneuverings is to sit back and enjoy the ride.
When it comes to falling in love, Elijahs do it hard and fast. There are no half-measures in these expressive creatures’ love lives so you’d better be prepared to be swept off your feet. Once they’ve set you in their sights, it’s just a matter of time before you’ll be reaping all the benefits of being partnered with these teamwork-oriented sprites. If you manage to keep your cool in the face of the Elijahs’ sometimes-capricious moods and provide them safe harbor in their times of need, they’ll return the favor with undying loyalty and extraordinary affection.
