Elias
Elias: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈlaɪ̯.əs/ · [ɪˈlaɪ̯.əs]
Meaning and origin of Elias
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
The New Testament form of Elijah, a Hebrew prophet, from Ancient Greek Ἠλίας (Ēlías).
How popular is Elias?
Since 1880, 239 girls and 129,263 boys in the U.S. have been named Elias (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4397 in 1933. Its highest rank for boys was #13 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #13 for boys, with 8,845 babies given the name.
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Elias FAQ
What does the name Elias mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. The New Testament form of Elijah, a Hebrew prophet, from Ancient Greek Ἠλίας (Ēlías).
What is the origin of the name Elias?
Elias is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Elias?
Since 1880, 239 girls and 129,263 boys in the U.S. have been named Elias (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4397 in 1933. Its highest rank for boys was #13 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #13 for boys, with 8,845 babies given the name.
Is Elias a boy or girl name?
Elias is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 239 girls and 129,263 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.