Elias
إلياس/eh-LEE-as/
The Lord is my God
About the name Elias
Elias is the Greek and Latin form of Elijah, from the Hebrew Eliyyahu, meaning the Lord is my God, a bold affirmation of faith. It honours the fiery prophet Elijah, revered in Judaism, Christianity and Islam (as Ilyas) for his zeal and miracles. The name conveys conviction, spiritual strength and a certain luminous dignity. Popular across Europe, the Middle East and the Americas, Elias is both venerable and warmly modern.
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- In Arabic
- إلياس
- Pronunciation
- eh-LEE-as
- Also spelled
- Ilyas, Elyas, Elie, Elijah
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elias mean?+
Elias (إلياس) is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning “The Lord is my God”.
What is the origin of the name Elias?+
Elias is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Elias a boy or a girl name?+
Elias is traditionally used as a boy's name.
How is Elias pronounced and spelled?+
Elias is pronounced eh-LEE-as and is written إلياس in Arabic. It is also spelled Ilyas, Elyas, Elie, Elijah.