My light or most high
Elion is a rare name with roots that likely stem from the Hebrew 'Elyon', meaning 'most high', or as a variation of the name Elian. It carries a strong spiritual connotation, often associated with divine light and exaltation. While uncommon in the United States, it fits the modern trend of short, vowel-heavy names starting with E.
Less common today
Elion isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,132 in 2024.
A character in the animated series W.I.T.C.H. · W.I.T.C.H.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
