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Elia

Girl / Boy name · 21 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Elia: 21 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 6 births in 2022.

Derived from the Hebrew Eliyahu, Elia means “my God is Yahweh,” sharing roots with Elijah and Elias. The name is common across Italian, Spanish, and Greek cultures, and in Scotland it has gained quiet use since the 1970s. Notable bearers include celebrated film director Elia Kazan, known for ‘On the Waterfront,’ and Palestinian filmmaker Elia Suleiman. The same root appears in the biblical prophet Elijah, whose name inspired countless place names worldwide, such as Mount Elijah in Oregon. Elia also lends itself to place references in Cyprus and Greece. A versatile unisex name, Elia is often chosen as a short form of Eliana or a variant of Elias, making it a gentle, melodic choice for any child.