Elijuh is of Hebrew origin, derived from the elements 'El' meaning 'God,' and 'Yahu,' an abbreviated form of 'Yahweh,' another name for God in Jewish tradition. This name was popular among Christians during the Puritan era due to its biblical connections. It is often associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to society, such as Elihu Yale, after whom Yale University was named.
The name Elijuah has seen varying popularity over the years, with peaks in usage occurring in 1995, 1998, and 2001. The total number of births given this name from 1995 to 2011 is 45.