Eli
/ˈilaɪ/
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Eli, a name of Hebrew origin, means 'uplifting' and is a short form of Elijah, which translates to 'The Lord is my God.' It carries strong biblical associations, often symbolizing faith and devotion. The name is widely used in English-speaking countries for its simplicity and spiritual resonance.
Eli Whitney
Inventor, Inventor of the cotton gin
Eli Wallach
Actor, The Magnificent Seven
Eli C. D. Shortridge
Politician, Governor of North Dakota, 1893-99
Eli Roth
Film Director, Cabin Fever
Eli Pariser
Activist, MoveOn.org
Eli Manning
Football, New York Giants QB
Eli Lilly
Business, Founder of Eli Lilly & Co.
Eli S. Jacobs
Baseball, Former Baltimore Orioles owner
Eli Cohen
Spy, Israel's greatest spy
Eli Broad
Business, Billionaire
Eli Black
Business, Swan dive onto Park Avenue
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