My God
Pronunciation: EE-lie
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Eli is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "My God". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: EE-lie. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Source Language
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Ἠλὶ
Ἠλὶ - ὁ Θεός μου
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
EE-lie
IPA
/ˈiːlaɪ/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
(Saturday)
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
(Amethyst)
Life Path Number
3
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Historical records show that Eli was a high priest who served in the Tabernacle during the time of Samuel. The name Eli carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
11th century BCE
Historical records show that Eli was a prophet and judge in Israel during the time of Samuel and Saul. The name Eli carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
11th century BCE
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Eli
God is my lord, my God
אלי
אלִי - אלוהים שלי, האל שלי
Ἠλὶ
Ἠλὶ - ὁ Θεός μου
Eli
Eli - Deus meus
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