Sântilie

Moldavian

proper noun
Definitions
  • (popular) Elijah (the Biblical prophet)

Etymology

Inherited from Latin Sanctus, sanctus (saint, holy) derived from Ancient Greek Ἠλίας derived from Hebrew (modern) אליה.

Origin

Hebrew (Modern Ashkenazic)

אליה

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