Elí
«Elevated; my God»
The constellation of Elí · every letter is a star; its height set by its numerology
Meaning of Elí
«Elevated; my God»
Elí says it plainly. A name of Hebrew origin whose meaning has traveled intact to this day.
Elí at a glance
Origin: Hebrew
Symbolizes: ambition, power and success
Numerology: Expression 8 · Soul 5 · Personality 3
Ruling planet: Saturn (number 8)
Day: Saturday Color: Indigo Stone: Onyx
Popularity: #75 in the U.S. (2020–2025)
Numerology & planet
Ambitious, strong and prosperous; masters the material world.
About the name Elí
Its expression number is 8 — Saturn's terrain. Ambitious, strong and prosperous. That is why Elí tends to convey ambition, power and success.
The personality of Elí in numerology
Every name holds three numbers, and Elí's tell this story:
Expression 8 · Saturn: Ambitious, strong and prosperous.
Soul 5 · Mercury: its quiet engine: freedom and new experiences.
Personality 3 · Jupiter: its first impression is charming and fun.
The origin of Elí
Hebrew is the language of the Bible and one of the richest sources of names with deep spiritual meaning. Elí was born in that tradition, and its meaning («Elevated; my God») is as alive now as ever. By its number 8, Elí is linked to the day Saturday, the color Indigo, the element Earth and the stone Onyx.
How popular is Elí?
Elí is in a quieter moment. Between 2020 and 2025, 26,169 boys named Elí were registered in the U.S. (rank #75), according to the Social Security Administration.
Higher = more chosen (U.S. top 200)
It ranked #51 in the 2010s, so it's heard less often now. That has its charm: a name everyone recognizes, that fewer classmates will share.
It entered the top 200 in the 2000s and hasn't left since.
Source: Social Security Administration (U.S.), official records by decade, as of 2026.
Is Elí a good name for your baby?
If Elí already caught your eye, give it the test: say it with your last name and listen to how it flows. Its meaning («Elevated; my God») does half the work; the sound does the rest. Torn between two? Compare their compatibility on Astra.
Compatibility
Does Elí match another name? Try it in our compatibility calculator.
✦ Astral Chart of Elí
A personalized 3-page PDF: your three numbers (Expression, Soul & Personality), what each reveals, cosmic correspondences and a keepsake to print or gift. Secure payment (charged as ~$20 MXN).
✦ This is your chart · tap to see the full exampleGet my Astral Chart · $1 USDSee full example (PDF) →Names that go with Elí
Ideas that pair well with Elí for siblings or to keep exploring.
Related names
Share Elí
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elí mean?
Elí means «Elevated; my God.» It is a name of Hebrew origin.
What is the numerology of Elí?
Its number is 8, ruled by Saturn: Ambitious, strong and prosperous; masters the material world.
Is Elí a boy or girl name?
Elí is used as a boy's name.