Eli Manning
2x Super Bowl champion quarterback, New York Giants legend
Elisha Nelson Manning (born January 3, 1981) is a retired American football quarterback who spent 16 seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the New York Giants. Born in New Orleans to a prominent football family—his father Peyton Manning Sr. was an NFL quarterback—Eli carved out a legendary career marked by remarkable postseason performances. Drafted first overall in 2004, Manning led the Giants to two Super Bowl victories over the seemingly invincible New England Patriots (Super Bowl XLII in 2008 and Super Bowl XLVI in 2012), earning Super Bowl MVP honors in both contests. Known for his leadership, competitive drive, and humble personality, Manning won 4 division titles and 2 NFC East championships during his tenure. His 16-season streak of consecutive starts became iconic, showcasing durability and consistency. While his regular season statistics sometimes drew criticism, Manning's playoff performances—including his miraculous game-winning drives—secured his legacy as one of the clutch performers in NFL history. He retired in 2020 and has since become a popular broadcaster and television personality.
Elijah Wood
Frodo Baggins in 'The Lord of the Rings,' accomplished actor and producer
Eli Roth
Horror film director, creator of 'Hostel' and 'Cabin Fever'
Eli Wallach
Actor in 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly,' 7-decade entertainment career
Eli Whitney
Inventor of the cotton gin, pioneer of interchangeable parts manufacturing
Athlete
American
1981
Thinking about the name
Eli
Hebrew origin
“A Hebrew name meaning 'ascended' or 'my God is Yahweh,' Eli is both biblical—the high priest in 1 Samuel—and strikingly modern in contemporary usage. The name's brevity and strong, clean sound have made it one of the most popular boys' names of recent decades, balancing ancient spiritual weight with contemporary accessibility. It feels both timeless and current, sophisticated yet approachable.”