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Mathew 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

Mathew Rank #941
Elias Rank #25

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathew or Elias more popular?

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

What do Mathew and Elias mean?

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

Are Mathew and Elias boy or girl names?

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

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