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Elias vs Estes

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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Estes

Boy #31,754 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the east, eastern place"

Origin: Old French d'Este

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31,754
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elias Rank #25
Estes Rank #31,754

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #31754 for Estes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elias or Estes more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Estes at #31754 in the United States.

What do Elias and Estes mean?

Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Estes means "from the east, eastern place" (Old French d'Este origin).

Are Elias and Estes boy or girl names?

Elias is primarily a boy name. Estes is primarily a boy name.

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