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Bret vs Elia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bret

Boy #4,823 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a Breton, from Brittany"

Origin: Celtic/French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,823
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Elia

Boy #4,626 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"My God is Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Hebrew Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,626
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bret Rank #4,823
Elia Rank #4,626

Elia is more popular, ranked #4626 vs #4823 for Bret.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bret or Elia more popular?

Elia is more popular, ranked #4626 compared to Bret at #4823 in the United States.

What do Bret and Elia mean?

Bret means "a Breton, from Brittany" (Celtic/French origin). Elia means "My God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bret and Elia boy or girl names?

Bret is primarily a boy name. Elia is primarily a boy name.

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