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Elham

Elham is a girls' name of Persian origin meaning “inspiration, divine revelation.” An Arabic-Persian name meaning inspiration or divine revelation, Elham carries spiritual and artistic significance.

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how do you pronounce Elham?

el-HAHM

where does the name Elham come from?

Borrowed from the Arabic Ilham, meaning inspiration, by way of Persian; Elham is used for both girls and boys.

It suggests the moment when creative or divine insight strikes — the flash of inspiration that transforms understanding. The name is used across Persian and Arabic-speaking cultures.

what are the nicknames and variants of Elham?

Nicknames

Variants around the world

IlhamIlhami

who are famous people named Elham?

  • Elham Hamidi (Iranian actress)

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quick answers about Elham

What does the name Elham mean?

Elham means “inspiration, divine revelation”.

What is the origin of the name Elham?

Elham comes from the Persian naming tradition. Related forms include Ilham and Ilhami.

How popular is the name Elham?

Elham has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.

Is Elham a boy or girl name?

Elham is primarily a girls' name.

How do you pronounce Elham?

Elham is pronounced el-HAHM, with 2 syllables.

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