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Eliam
BoyHebrew· “God is my people”
- Meaning
- God is my people
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- EH-lee-uhm
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #313
- US babies 2025
- 1,085
- Best rank
- #313 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Eliam
Eliam is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “God is my people”.
Eliam is a Hebrew name usually interpreted as "God is my people" or "God of the people." In the Bible, Eliam is the father of Bathsheba, mentioned in the Second Book of Samuel, and also one of King David's mighty warriors. The name has been used rarely until recently, when it gained attention as a fresh alternative to names like Elijah and William. Pronounced EH-lee-uhm, it has a soft, flowing sound. Eli is a natural nickname. Eliam suits parents who want an uncommon biblical name with a meaningful connection to faith and community.
Popularity over time
Eliam first appears in US Social Security records in 2000. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 5 different years, starting in 2021. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #313, and its highest count, 1,085 babies. Use has grown 1054% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #10,896 in 2000, #2,797 in 2010, and #313 in 2025. Of the 4,439 US boys named Eliam since records began, 74% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 1,029 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Leonel, Sullivan, Mathias, Colson, and Banks.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Eliam ranked highest in Maryland, Rhode Island, and Virginia.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | #172 | 35 |
| Rhode Island | #189 | 6 |
| Virginia | #217 | 41 |
| New York | #228 | 87 |
| Texas | #231 | 172 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Eliam is usually pronounced EH-lee-uhm, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with E and ends in “-am”.
Middle names for Eliam
A few middle names that flow with Eliam: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Eliam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eliam mean?
Eliam is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “God is my people”.
What is the origin of the name Eliam?
Eliam has Hebrew roots. Eliam is a Hebrew name usually interpreted as "God is my people" or "God of the people." In the Bible, Eliam is the father of Bathsheba, mentioned in the Second Book of Samuel, and also one of King David's mighty warriors.
Is Eliam a popular name?
Yes. Eliam ranked #313 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Eliam a boy or girl name?
Eliam is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Eliam?
Eliam is usually pronounced EH-lee-uhm. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings