← All names

Ellia

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ellia: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2016.

Ellia is a modern, melodic name that likely emerged as a feminine variant of Elias or Elijah, ultimately from the Hebrew Eliyahu, meaning "my God is Yahweh." It also shares roots with the Greek name Elia, a short form of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath." While not historically widespread, Ellia has gained quiet popularity in Scotland since the early 2000s, often chosen for its soft, lyrical sound. There are no widely known historical figures named Ellia, but the name echoes the biblical Elijah, a major prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Places like Mount Carmel in Israel are associated with Elijah’s story, though no specific location shares Ellia’s exact spelling. A notable variant is Elia, which is more common in Italy and Spain, while Ellia’s double ‘l’ gives it a distinctly modern, feminine feel.