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Thaddaeus 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

Thaddaeus Rank #5,721
Elias Rank #25

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 vs #5721 for Thaddaeus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thaddaeus or Elias more popular?

Elias is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Thaddaeus at #5721 in the United States.

What do Thaddaeus and Elias mean?

Thaddaeus means "heart, courageous heart" (Aramaic origin). Elias means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Thaddaeus and Elias boy or girl names?

Thaddaeus is primarily a boy name. Elias is primarily a boy name.

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