Ely

Masculine

Meaning

High or elevated, or my God.

Etymology

Ely can be derived from the Old English eli meaning 'high' or 'elevated', or it may be a shortened form of Elijah from Hebrew eli (my God). The name is also associated with the English city of Ely in Cambridgeshire.

About the Name Ely

Ely is a short, simple name that can function as both a standalone name and a variant of Elijah. It has both English geographical and Hebrew religious associations, making it versatile in different cultural contexts.

Notable Bearers

Ely Culbertson (American bridge player)

Historical People Named Ely

Ely Cole

General

Ely Williams