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Alejandro vs Elias

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elias

Boy #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian German Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
7,653
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alejandro Rank #185
Elias Rank #25

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #185 for Alejandro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alejandro or Elias more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Alejandro at #185 in the United States.

What do Alejandro and Elias mean?

Alejandro means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alejandro and Elias boy or girl names?

Alejandro is primarily a boy name. Elias is primarily a boy name.

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