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EllieChristian Male Biblical name meaning

God is my God

Pronunciation: ELL-ee

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Name
Ellie
Meaning
God is my God
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ELL-ee
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ellie mean?

Ellie is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "God is my God". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: ELL-ee. Lucky number: 6. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ηλ

παιδί του θεού

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ELL-ee

IPA

/ˈɛli/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Ellie is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is God is my God. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

PinkGreen

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication

Personality

Personality Traits

FaithfulCourageousL=LoyalF=Faithful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that symbolizes one's strong connection to God and their faith.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Named after a revered prophet in Christian and Jewish traditions, Ellie carries a deep cultural impact, representing strength, determination, and a connection to God. This name has been popular among Christians for centuries, serving as a reminder of the importance of faith.
Ellie, derived from the Hebrew name 'Eliyah', means 'My God is Yahweh'. This name bears a deep spiritual significance, reminding us of our connection to the divine and encouraging us to live our lives in accordance with God's will.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122--1204) The name Ellie carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Middle Ages

Historical records show that Elizabeth of Valois (1545--1606) The name Ellie carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Renaissance

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ellie KemperEllie Goulding

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ellie

heavenly gift, gift from God, child of God, daughter of God, or heavenly messenger

🇮🇱Hebrew

אלי

בן האלי

🇬🇷Greek

Ηλ

παιδί του θεού

🇮🇹Latin

Ellie

filius dei

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