The naming of children often reflects a parent's personal history and deepest gratitude. For King David, the names given to his sons carry a rich symbolic weight, acting as a living record of the divine guidance that shaped his life. These names stand as a lasting testimony to the constant providence that accompanied him.
Specific names among his children, such as Elishama, Eliphelet, Elpelet, and Elishua, were purposefully chosen to serve as a constant reminder of how God stepped in to save David from his many hardships [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. As part of this family record, the son named Beeliada is understood to be the exact same person known as Eliada in other historical accounts [מצודת דוד].