Girl name
Eli name meaning
“my God is my oath”
Eli is a feminine name commonly linked to the meaning my God is my oath. It is often a short form of Elisabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva, conventionally interpreted this way. Related spellings include Elly, Ely, and Elli, while Elly can also derive from other names, including Eleanor.
What does Eli mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Eli
Often a short form of Elisabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva, conventionally interpreted as 'my God is my oath'. Elly can also derive from other names, including Eleanor.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Eli
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Eli, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Eli as a first name
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Eli Angel
Interpretation
May an oath to God accompany the message of an angel.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Angel: angel, messenger
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Interpretation
God's gift and a father's joy pictured within an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Nathania: God has given
- Abigail: my father is joy
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Eli Angela
Interpretation
A picture of a messenger carrying the meaning of an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Angela: angel, messenger
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Interpretation
A picture of a radiant maiden with an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
- Virginia: maiden, virgin
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Eli Renata
Interpretation
A picture of rebirth accompanied by the meaning of an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Renata: born again
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Eli Inez
Interpretation
May inward purity accompany the making of an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished
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Interpretation
Fragrant cassia and vibrant strength pictured within an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Kezia: cassia, an aromatic spice plant
- Valerie: strong and vigorous
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Eli Davina
Interpretation
A picture of a beloved person with an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Davina: beloved, dearly loved
Eli as a middle name
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Interpretation
May happiness and inward purity accompany an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Beatrice: bringer of happiness or blessing
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished
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Interpretation
The sea and God's revelation pictured alongside an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Marina: of the sea
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Tiffani: manifestation or revelation of God
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Interpretation
A fruitful date palm and devotion pictured within an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Tamara: a date palm
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Pia: pious, devoted
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Interpretation
A crown and angelic gentleness pictured within an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Stefani: crown, wreath of honor
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Angelica: angelic; like an angel
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Interpretation
A picture of God's beloved gift alongside an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Nathania: God has given
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Mariska: beloved; bitter; star of the sea
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Interpretation
May clarity and devotion accompany the making of an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
- Eli: my God is my oath
- Pia: pious, devoted
Eli as a last name
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Agnesia Eli
Interpretation
May inward purity be preserved within an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Agnesia: pure, chaste
- Eli: my God is my oath
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Interpretation
A beloved figure crowned with victory, alongside an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Davina: beloved, dearly loved
- Stephanie: crown or victory wreath
- Eli: my God is my oath
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Andrea Eli
Interpretation
May courage grow alongside the meaning of an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Andrea: brave, valiant
- Eli: my God is my oath
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Interpretation
Wisdom as vast as the sea accompanying an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Marina: of the sea
- Sofya: wisdom
- Eli: my God is my oath
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Angela Eli
Interpretation
A picture of an angelic messenger accompanying an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Eli: my God is my oath
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Talitha Eli
Interpretation
A picture of a young girl with an oath to God.Meaning of each word
- Talitha: young girl
- Eli: my God is my oath
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How to pronounce Eli
| Syllables | 2 · 3 letters · 3-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦭꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮈᮜᮤ |
Is Eli a girl’s name?
Yes, Eli is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 11% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Eli ranks #319 among girl names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Eli
Names with related meanings
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Indrawati♀Woman associated with Indra
- Lisa♀God is my oath
- Elisabeth♀God is my oath
- Yohana♀God has shown grace
- Elizabeth♀God is my oath
- Krisna♂♀Black, dark-colored
- Elisa♂♀God is salvation
- Yana♂♀God is gracious
- Astri♀Divinely beautiful
- Astrid♀Divine beauty
- Savitri♀Associated with the deity Savitr
Famous people named Eli
- Eli Nasokha · b. 1990
- Eli · b. 1990
- Eli Hestinah · b. 1980
- Eli Hurriyyati · b. 1976
- Eli Lanawati · b. 1969
- Eli Mahrani Lubis · b. 1975
- Eli Mukhayatun · b. 1986
- Eli Nurani · b. 1993
- Eli Nurhasanah · b. 1986
- Eli Nursita · b. 1967
- Eli Rohaeti · b. 1969
- Eli Setiawati · b. 1989
FAQ about the name Eli
What is the meaning of Eli?
Eli means my God is my oath. Often a short form of Elisabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva, conventionally interpreted as 'my God is my oath'. Elly can also derive from other names, including Eleanor.
Is Eli a girl’s name?
Yes, Eli is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 11% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Eli?
Eli is of European and Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Eli have?
Eli has 2 syllables (E-li) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Eli?
Eli ranks #319 among girl names in our data sample (29 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Eli?
Other spellings: Elly, Ely, Elli.
What full names go well with Eli?
Some ideas: Eli Angel; Beatrice Eli Inez; Agnesia Eli.
Famous people named Eli?
Notable people named Eli include Eli Nasokha, Eli, Eli Hestinah.
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