Elihu Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Elihu Name at a Glance

Name	Elihu
Meaning	My God is He. Elihu was a young man in the biblical Book of Job who gave fiery defense of God's righteousness.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Elihu Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Elihu means “My God is He. Elihu was a young man in the biblical Book of Job who gave fiery defense of God's righteousness”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Elihu Name Origin

Our database records Elihu under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Elihu a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Elihu is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Elihu

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