"my God is Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Elyas
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The prophet's name spanning three world religions
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Meaning & Origin
"Yahweh is my God"
Origin: Arabic (Quranic)
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Elyas
Elyas is an Arabic and Turkish spelling of the biblical prophet Elijah (Hebrew: Eliyahu), meaning 'my God is Yahweh'. The name Elijah/Elias/Ilyas/Elyas refers to the same revered prophet across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—one of the few figures honored in all three Abrahamic faiths. This cross-cultural spelling variant became popular in Muslim communities seeking a name that bridges Islamic and international naming conventions.
Elyas has risen alongside the popularity of Elias and Elijah in Western countries, offering a distinctive spelling with Middle Eastern roots. In Germany and Scandinavia, Elyas has become a popular multicultural name choice, appearing frequently in Muslim communities across Europe.
In Islam, Ilyas (the Quranic form) is revered as a prophet mentioned in the Quran. In Christianity, Elijah is one of the most dramatic figures in the Hebrew Bible, whose return is awaited before the Messianic age. The name carries immense spiritual weight across traditions.
Historical Record
Elyas first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 1,926 babies have been named Elyas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elyas is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,228 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Elijah/Elyas is one of only two prophets in the Bible said to have ascended to heaven without dying
- The name appears in the Quran (as Ilyas) as a honored prophet
- Elias is currently in the top 50 boys' names in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Elyas in Other Languages
Greek
Ηλίας
Arabic
إلياس
Hebrew
אֵלִיָּהוּ
Spanish
Elías
Turkish
İlyas
Popularity Over Time
#1,228
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Elyas
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Elyas M'Barek
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1982
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Elias (biblical prophet)
Religious
The prophet Elijah, one of the most dramatic figures in the Hebrew Bible, revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,228
- Total SSA Count
- 163
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Turkish Muslim European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Eli
Ely
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elyas
What does the name Elyas mean?
"my God is Yahweh" (from Hebrew). "Yahweh is my God" (from Arabic (Quranic)). Elyas is an Arabic and Turkish spelling of the biblical prophet Elijah (Hebrew: Eliyahu), meaning 'my God is Yahweh'. The name Elijah/Elias/Ilyas/Elyas refers to the same revered prophet across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—one of the few figures honored in all three Abrahamic faiths. This cross-cultural spelling variant became popular in Muslim communities seeking a name that bridges Islamic and international naming conventions.
What is the origin of the name Elyas?
Elyas has Hebrew, Arabic (Quranic), Arabic, Turkish, Muslim, and European origins. In Hebrew, it means "my God is Yahweh". In Arabic (Quranic), it means "Yahweh is my God".
Is Elyas a boy or girl name?
Elyas is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Elyas?
Elyas is currently ranked #1228 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Elyas?
Common nicknames for Elyas include Eli and Ely.
What are good middle names for Elyas?
Popular middle name pairings include Elyas James, Elyas Noah, Elyas Finn, Elyas Sebastian, Elyas Theodore, Elyas August, and Elyas Nour.
What are good sibling names for Elyas?
Names that pair well with Elyas as siblings include Mia, Sofia, Ibrahim, Yusuf, Leila, Nadia, and Omar.
How many syllables does Elyas have?
Elyas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Elyas a common or rare name?
Elyas is an uncommon name, ranked #1228 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Elyas?
Are there other spellings for Elyas?
Related spellings include Elyan.
About the Name Elyas
Elyas is a boy name with Arabic, Turkish, Muslim, and European origins . The name means "my God is Yahweh" in Hebrew .
Elyas is currently ranked #1,228 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Elyas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Elyas include Eli and Ely. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Elyas include Elyan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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