Eli as a Male Name
Eli is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Eli for a boy get a name with a clear Hebrew heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Eli means “ascended, high / my God” and is of Hebrew origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Elijah, Elias, Ely, Eliyahu.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Eli across all genders, see the complete Eli name meaning.
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Is Eli a boy's name?+
Eli is most commonly a boy's name. It means “ascended, high / my God” and is of Hebrew origin.
What does Eli mean?+
Eli means “ascended, high / my God” and originates from Hebrew.