Is Elias a biblical name?

Yes, it is the New Testament Greek form of the Old Testament name Elijah, who was a significant prophet.

How do you pronounce Elias in different languages?

In English, it is often 'ee-LY-us', while in Spanish, German, and Scandinavian languages, it is typically pronounced 'eh-LEE-ahs'.

Is Elias a common name?

Yes, it is currently a top-ranking name in several countries, including Germany, Austria, and the United States.

Name meaning & originElias Ἠλίας

/ee-LY-us/

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Elias is a Hebrew boy's name pronounced /ee-LY-us/. The name means 'My God is Yahweh'.

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Meaning of Elias

The name means 'My God is Yahweh'.

It is the Greek and Latin form of the Hebrew name Eliyahu. The name is derived from the elements 'El' meaning God and 'Yah' referring to the Tetragrammaton. It became widely established through the Greek New Testament and the Latin Vulgate Bible.

Origin: Hebrew
Pronunciation: /ee-LY-us/

Cultural background

Elias is a classic, multilingual name currently enjoying high popularity across Europe, North America, and Latin America. It is favored by parents seeking a name that sounds both ancient and contemporary.

Variations & nicknames

Elijah
Elia
Ilyas
Ellis
Eli
Helias

Famous people named Elias

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Elias Canetti
Bulgarian-born specialist in social sciences and literature
Literature · 20th Century
Elias Howe
Inventor of the first practical sewing machine
Engineering · 19th Century
Elias Disney
Father of Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney
Business · Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Elias Koteas
Canadian actor known for roles in 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' and 'Chicago P.D.'
Film · Modern
Elias Lönnrot
Philologist who compiled the Finnish national epic, the Kalevala
Literature · 19th Century

Frequently asked about Elias

Is Elias a biblical name?: Yes, it is the New Testament Greek form of the Old Testament name Elijah, who was a significant prophet.
How do you pronounce Elias in different languages?: In English, it is often 'ee-LY-us', while in Spanish, German, and Scandinavian languages, it is typically pronounced 'eh-LEE-ahs'.
Is Elias a common name?: Yes, it is currently a top-ranking name in several countries, including Germany, Austria, and the United States.

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