Eli vs Elias

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eli

Boy #92 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ascended, high"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Eli Rank #92

Elias Rank #25

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #92 for Eli.

Is Eli or Elias more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Eli at #92 in the United States.

What do Eli and Elias mean?

Eli means "ascended, high" (Hebrew origin). Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Eli and Elias boy or girl names?

Eli is primarily a boy name. Elias is primarily a boy name.