"my God is Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Eliyas
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A prophet's name across three faiths
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"God the Lord"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Eliyas
Eliyas is the Arabic and Amharic form of Elijah, from the Hebrew 'Eliyahu' meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' The prophet Elijah is one of the most revered figures in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In Islamic tradition, Ilyas (the Arabic form) is mentioned in the Quran as a prophet who called people away from idol worship.
Eliyas is particularly common in Ethiopia and among Muslim communities worldwide as the Arabic form of the biblical prophet. In Western countries, it appeals to parents seeking a multicultural spelling of the beloved Elias.
In Islamic tradition, Ilyas is a prophet mentioned in the Quran. In Ethiopian Christian culture, Eliyas is a beloved saint's name. The name bridges Jewish, Christian, and Islamic spiritual traditions, making it one of the few names revered across all three Abrahamic faiths.
Historical Record
Eliyas first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 417 babies have been named Eliyas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eliyas is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,168 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Elijah is one of only two people in the Hebrew Bible said to have ascended to heaven without dying, the other being Enoch
- The prophet Ilyas is mentioned by name in the Quran in Surah As-Saffat
Eliyas in Other Languages
Arabic
إلياس
Hebrew
אֵלִיָּהוּ
Amharic
ኤልያስ
Spanish
Elías
Turkish
İlyas
Popularity Over Time
#4,168
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Eliyas
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,168
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Arabic Muslim Ethiopian Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Eli
Eliy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eliyas
What does the name Eliyas mean?
"my God is Yahweh" (from Hebrew). "God the Lord" (from Arabic). Eliyas is the Arabic and Amharic form of Elijah, from the Hebrew 'Eliyahu' meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' The prophet Elijah is one of the most revered figures in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In Islamic tradition, Ilyas (the Arabic form) is mentioned in the Quran as a prophet who called people away from idol worship.
What is the origin of the name Eliyas?
Eliyas has Hebrew, Arabic, Muslim, Ethiopian, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "my God is Yahweh". In Arabic, it means "God the Lord".
Is Eliyas a boy or girl name?
Eliyas is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Eliyas?
Eliyas is currently ranked #4168 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Eliyas?
Common nicknames for Eliyas include Eli and Eliy.
What are good middle names for Eliyas?
Popular middle name pairings include Eliyas James, Eliyas Kai, Eliyas Samuel, Eliyas Thomas, and Eliyas David.
What are good sibling names for Eliyas?
Names that pair well with Eliyas as siblings include Mikael, Sophia, Miriam, Ibrahim, Leila, and Sara.
How many syllables does Eliyas have?
Eliyas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Eliyas a common or rare name?
Eliyas is an uncommon name, ranked #4168 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Eliyas
Eliyas is a boy name with Hebrew, Arabic, Muslim, Ethiopian, and Christian origins . The name means "my God is Yahweh" in Hebrew .
Eliyas is currently ranked #4,168 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eliyas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Eliyas include Eli and Eliy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eliyas include Eliyahu, Eliyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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