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Origin: Jamaican

Meaning: The Lord is my God

Ijah is a masculine name of Jamaican origin and a variant of the Hebrew name Elijah which means “the Lord is my God.” In the Book of Kings, Elijah was a mighty prophet who defended the worship of the Hebrew God. Nowadays, the name Elijah may be linked to Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood who played the brave, wise, and selfless character Frodo Baggins. The name Ijah is a lovely way to keep baby connected to their Jamaican heritage and inspire them to speak up for their beliefs.