Oak tree or terebinth tree
Derived from the Hebrew word for a large, sturdy tree, specifically the oak or terebinth. In the Old Testament, the Valley of Elah is famous as the site where David fought Goliath. While historically used as a masculine name in the Bible, it has transitioned to a feminine choice in modern contexts due to its soft, vowel-heavy sound.
Less common today
Elah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,277 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The fourth king of Israel, son of Baasha
