Elias: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Elias · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Elias: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«The Lord is my God»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Hebrew
Popularity
69 out of 100
Where Elias is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro CivilTop 60
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About the Name Elias
With its Hebrew heritage, Elias has long been valued for its meaning, "The Lord is my God." It is the kind of boy's name that carries a clear story parents can pass on.
In everyday speech Elias is said Elias (2 syllables). Elias is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Elias is a steadily chosen option, scoring 69 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as faith.
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FAQ
What does the name Elias mean?+
The name Elias means "The Lord is my God".
What is the origin of the name Elias?+
Elias is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Elias a girl or boy name?+
Elias is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Elias?+
Elias is pronounced Elias (2 syllables).
Is Elias a popular name?+
Elias is a steadily chosen option, scoring 69 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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