| Meaning | the Lord is my God |
| Origin | Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Spanish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Elia |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | E-lia |
About Elia
Elia offers a gentle sophistication that feels both modern and timeless simultaneously. This name exudes warmth and approachability while maintaining an artistic, cultured quality. The soft vowel sounds create a melodious effect that's pleasing to the ear, while the name's brevity keeps it crisp and memorable. Elia works beautifully in our increasingly global society, recognized and pronounced correctly across numerous languages and cultures. Parents choosing Elia often value creativity and sensitivity, qualities the name subtly suggests. The name's versatility allows it to suit various personality types—it could belong to a thoughtful artist or a decisive leader with equal authenticity. Elia represents a refined choice that never feels pretentious, maintaining accessibility while standing apart from more common selections. The name's understated elegance ensures it will never appear dated or tied to a particular era.
Nicknames for Elia
| El |
| Eli |
Famous People Named Elia
| Elia Kazan | American film director |
| Elia Viviani | Italian professional cyclist |
| Elia Suleiman | Palestinian filmmaker |
| Elia Dalla Costa | Italian cardinal of the Catholic Church |
| Elia Cmíral | Czech composer |
| Elia Lombardini | Italian painter |
| Elia Levita | Renaissance-era scholar |
| Elia Benamozegh | Italian rabbi and philosopher |
| Elia Millosevich | Italian botanist |
| Elia Soprani | Sammarinese politician |
| Elia Fongaro | Italian rower |
| Elia Bastari | Indonesian footballer |
| Elia Maldonado | Puerto Rican poet |
| Elia Abu Madi | Lebanese-American poet |
| Elia Berthoud | Swiss footballer |
| Elia Zurbriggen | Swiss alpine skier |
| Elia Benedettini | Sammarinese diplomat |
| Elia Volpi | Italian physician |
| Elia Rigotto | Italian rugby union player |
Characters Named Elia
| Elia Martell | A character in George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series |
| Elia Mendoza | Character in the TV series "Money Heist" |
| Elia the Long | A character in the "Malazan Book of the Fallen" series by Steven Erikson |