Elad
Elad is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is eternal”.
| Meaning | God is eternal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֶלְעָד |
| Pronunciation | el-AHD |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Elad
Elad combines El, 'God', with ʿad, 'forever, eternity', so it is usually explained as 'God is eternal'; some read the second part as 'witness'. A man named Elad appears briefly in 1 Chronicles 7:21 among the descendants of Ephraim. In modern Israel Elad is a common boy's name, and a city near Tel Aviv also bears it.
Is Elad a Jewish name?
Elad is a Hebrew biblical name used mainly by Jewish families in Israel.
How popular is Elad?
A familiar boy's name in Israel.
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Spellings and variants of Elad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elad mean?
Elad means 'God is eternal'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Elad a Jewish name?
Elad is a Hebrew biblical name used mainly by Jewish families in Israel.
How do you pronounce Elad?
Elad is pronounced el-AHD.
Is Elad a boy or girl name?
Elad is usually a boy name.