Elkanah β Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Elkanah is a Hebrew name that means 'God has possessed'. In the Bible, Elkanah was a faithful man who served as a priest and the father of the prophet Samuel.
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Meaning of Elkanah:
Elkanah is a Hebrew name that means 'God has possessed'. In the Bible, Elkanah was a faithful man who served as a priest and the father of the prophet Samuel. The name Elkanah carries a sense of divine inheritance and is often chosen by religious parents who hope for their child to have a strong connection with God.
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Hebrew, Biblical
- US popularity: In 2022, 7 newborns in the United States were named Elkanah (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2019 with 7 babies.
Similar Names:
Elainah , Elanah , Elannah , Elaynah , Elianah , Elkana , Elkanan , Elkanna , Ellanah , Elyanah
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Ea , Ea , Eabd Al Ati , Eabd Al Eaziz , Eabd Al Fatah , Eabd Al Hadi , Eabd Al Hafizt , Eabd Al Hakim , Eabd Al Halim , Eabd Al Hamid , Eabd Al Jabir , Eabd Al Jawad
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Frequently asked questions about Elkanah
What does the name Elkanah mean?
Elkanah is a Hebrew name that means 'God has possessed'. In the Bible, Elkanah was a faithful man who served as a priest and the father of the prophet Samuel.
What is the origin of the name Elkanah?
Elkanah is a boy's name of Hebrew, Biblical origin.
Is Elkanah a boy or girl name?
Elkanah is commonly used as a boy's name.
How popular is the name Elkanah?
In 2022, 7 newborns in the United States were named Elkanah, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2019, with 7 babies given the name.
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