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Elias vs Mathew

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

Elias Rank #25
Mathew Rank #941

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elias or Mathew more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Elias and Mathew mean?

Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elias and Mathew boy or girl names?

Elias is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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