Elon
Elon is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Oak or terebinth tree”.
| Meaning | Oak or terebinth tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֵילוֹן |
| Pronunciation | EE-lon |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States, South Africa |
Meaning and origin of Elon
Elon comes from a Hebrew word for a large tree, usually translated as oak or terebinth, the strong, long-lived trees of the land of Israel. In the Bible it belongs to several men, most notably Elon the Zebulunite, one of the judges of Israel in the Book of Judges, and Elon the Hittite, father-in-law of Esau. In modern Israel it is pronounced 'ay-LOHN' and is a recognised name. Worldwide, the name is now strongly associated with the entrepreneur Elon Musk.
Is Elon a Jewish name?
Elon is a biblical name: a judge of Israel in Judges 12 and a few other figures in Genesis and Numbers carry it. It is used by Jewish families and occasionally by Christians who like Old Testament names.
How popular is Elon?
Occasional in Israel and uncommon elsewhere, where it is mostly known through one famous bearer.
Gifts with the name Elon
- Elon name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Elon baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Elon
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elon mean?
Elon means 'Oak or terebinth tree'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Elon a Jewish name?
Elon is a biblical name: a judge of Israel in Judges 12 and a few other figures in Genesis and Numbers carry it. It is used by Jewish families and occasionally by Christians who like Old Testament names.
How do you pronounce Elon?
Elon is pronounced EE-lon.
Is Elon a boy or girl name?
Elon is usually a boy name.