Eli - name meaning and origin

The girl's name Eli \e-li\, also used as boy's name Eli, is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "height". Biblical: a priest and judge who brought up the prophet Samuel. Popular among Puritans in the 17th century. Also used as a Hindi name meaning "smart woman" in Sanskrit.

Baby names that sound like Eli are Ali, Elli, Ela, El and Elia. Other similar baby names are Edi, Elis, Elin and Eliz.

Eli is a very rare female first name and a popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Eli. Compare Eli with related baby names.