Nathan vs Elias

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nathan

Boy #62 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"he gave"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Nathan Rank #62

Elias Rank #25

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #62 for Nathan.

Is Nathan or Elias more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Nathan at #62 in the United States.

What do Nathan and Elias mean?

Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin). Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nathan and Elias boy or girl names?

Nathan is primarily a boy name. Elias is primarily a boy name.