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Robert vs Elias

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#90
Total SSA Count
3,785
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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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

Robert Rank #90
Elias Rank #25

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #90 for Robert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robert or Elias more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Robert at #90 in the United States.

What do Robert and Elias mean?

Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin). Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Robert and Elias boy or girl names?

Robert is primarily a boy name. Elias is primarily a boy name.

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