"my God is Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Arabic
Ilyaas
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The Quranic prophet's name with ancient Hebrew roots
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Meaning & Origin
"the Lord is my God"
Origin: Hebrew via Arabic
Language: English
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The Story of Ilyaas
Ilyaas is the Arabic form of Elijah (Hebrew: אֵלִיָּהוּ, Eliyahu), meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'the Lord is my God.' The name comes from the Hebrew el (God) and yah (a shortened form of Yahweh). In Islamic tradition, Ilyas (also spelled Ilyaas) is recognized as a prophet mentioned in the Quran (Surah 6:85 and 37:123-130), identified with the Biblical Elijah. The doubled 'aa' in Ilyaas is a Somali orthographic convention representing a long vowel sound.
Ilyaas/Ilyas is popular across the Muslim world, particularly in Somali, Pakistani, Turkish, and Arab communities. The Somali spelling Ilyaas has gained visibility in Western countries as Somali diaspora communities have grown in the UK, US, Canada, and Scandinavia since the 1990s.
In Islamic theology, Ilyas/Ilyaas is a significant prophet who called people away from idol worship. The Quran describes him as being among the righteous (salihin). The name carries deep religious significance for Muslims, and naming a son Ilyaas is considered an act of faith and honor.
Historical Record
Ilyaas first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.
Over 161 babies have been named Ilyaas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ilyaas is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,570 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ilyas is mentioned by name in the Quran, making it one of the prophetic names highly esteemed in Islamic tradition
- The prophet Ilyas/Elijah is revered in Islam, Judaism, and Christianity — one of very few figures honored across all three Abrahamic religions
- The long vowel spelling Ilyaas follows Somali orthography rules, where double vowels indicate length
Ilyaas in Other Languages
Urdu
الیاس
Greek
Ηλίας (Ilias)
Arabic
إلياس
Hebrew
אֵלִיָּה (Elijah)
Somali
Ilyaas
Turkish
İlyas
Popularity Over Time
#5,570
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Ilyaas Ahmed
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Ilyas (Prophet)
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Islamic prophet mentioned in the Quran, identified with the Biblical prophet Elijah who spoke against idol worship in an...
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,570
- Total SSA Count
- 17
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic Somali South Asian Turkish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Ilyas
Ily
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ilyaas
What does the name Ilyaas mean?
"my God is Yahweh" (from Hebrew). "the Lord is my God" (from Hebrew via Arabic). Ilyaas is the Arabic form of Elijah (Hebrew: אֵלִיָּהוּ, Eliyahu), meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'the Lord is my God.' The name comes from the Hebrew el (God) and yah (a shortened form of Yahweh). In Islamic tradition, Ilyas (also spelled Ilyaas) is recognized as a prophet mentioned in the Quran (Surah 6:85 and 37:123-130), identified with the Biblical Elijah. The doubled 'aa' in Ilyaas is a Somali orthographic convention representing a long vowel sound.
What is the origin of the name Ilyaas?
Ilyaas has Hebrew, Hebrew via Arabic, Arabic, Islamic, Somali, South Asian, and Turkish origins. In Hebrew, it means "my God is Yahweh". In Hebrew via Arabic, it means "the Lord is my God".
Is Ilyaas a boy or girl name?
Ilyaas is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Ilyaas?
Ilyaas is currently ranked #5570 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ilyaas?
Common nicknames for Ilyaas include Ilyas and Ily.
What are good middle names for Ilyaas?
Popular middle name pairings include Ilyaas Mohammed, Ilyaas Hassan, Ilyaas Omar, Ilyaas Yusuf, Ilyaas Ibrahim, Ilyaas Khalid, and Ilyaas Tariq.
What are good sibling names for Ilyaas?
Names that pair well with Ilyaas as siblings include Yusuf, Ibrahim, Maryam, Fatima, Zakariya, Nadia, and Hassan.
How many syllables does Ilyaas have?
Ilyaas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Ilyaas a common or rare name?
Ilyaas is an uncommon name, ranked #5570 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Ilyaas
Ilyaas is a boy name with Arabic, Islamic, Somali, South Asian, and Turkish origins . The name means "my God is Yahweh" in Hebrew .
Ilyaas is currently ranked #5,570 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Ilyaas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Ilyaas include Ilyas and Ily. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ilyaas include Ilyas, Ilya . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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