Oak tree, terebinth tree, or God has answered
Eilah is a name with multiple possible etymological roots. It is most commonly associated with the Hebrew word for 'oak tree' or 'terebinth tree,' symbolizing strength and resilience. Alternatively, it is sometimes interpreted as a variant of the name Eliana, meaning 'God has answered.'
Less common today
Eilah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,751 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
