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For a meaning of the Hebrew name Eli, NOBSE Study Bible Name List takes the ×¢× -part to come from ×¢×× ('ala), meaning to ascend. The ×, NOBSE seems to explain as an adjective-maker but also as a remnant of ××. Hence NOBSE reads  High that is God Is High .
1 ELIY (×¢Öµ×Ö´×): Hebrew name meaning ascending.. 2  In the bible, this is the name of a high priest and last of the Judges in the days of Samuel. 3  ELIYAB (×Ö±×Ö´××Ö¸×): Hebrew name meaning my God is Father.. 4  In the bible, this is the name of several characters, including a leader of the tribe of Zebulun.