Ilias

Boy Name #2,193 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A prophet's name held sacred across three faiths

Greek Arabic Turkish Albanian Orthodox Christian

Spiritual Classic Strong Elegant Traditional

Meaning & Origin

"my God is Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Greek/Hebrew

"strength of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

The Story of Ilias

Ilias is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Elijah (Eliyahu), composed of 'El' (God) and 'Yahu' (Yahweh), meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' The name entered Greek through the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew scriptures, and became the standard form used in Greek Orthodox Christianity. In the Old Testament, Elijah was the great prophet who challenged the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel.

Ilias is consistently popular in Greece and Cyprus, ranking among the top 30 boys' names. In Greek Orthodox tradition, the feast day of Elijah (Profitis Ilias) on July 20th is celebrated widely, with many chapels on Greek hilltops dedicated to him, keeping the name evergreen.

In Greek Orthodox Christianity, the Prophet Elias (Profitis Ilias) is one of the most venerated saints, believed to control thunder and lightning. Hilltop chapels across Greece are named in his honor. The name is also widely used across the Arab world as Ilyas.

Fun Facts

Over 1,000 hilltop chapels in Greece are dedicated to Profitis Ilias
Elijah/Ilias appears in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, making it one of few names sacred to all three Abrahamic faiths
In the New Testament, Elijah appeared with Jesus during the Transfiguration

Ilias in Other Languages

Arabic إلياس

Hebrew אֵלִיָּהוּ

Italian Elia

Russian Илья

Turkish İlyas

Famous People Named Ilias

Ilias Iliadis

Athlete

1986

Greek-Georgian judo champion and Olympic gold medalist at the 2004 Athens Olympics

Ilias Kasidiaris

Politician

1980

Greek politician and former member of parliament, known for controversial far-right positions

Elijah the Prophet

Religious

Hebrew prophet and central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam; ascended to heaven in a chariot of fire according...

Hebrew prophet and central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam; ascended to heaven in a chariot of fire according to scripture

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,193
Total SSA Count: 66
Cultural Origins: Greek Arabic Turkish Albanian Orthodox Christian
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Ilian #3379 Ilia #4353

Common Nicknames

Ilia Eli

Pairs Well With

Ilias Konstantinos Ilias George Ilias Alexander Ilias Nikolaos Ilias Petros Ilias Christos Ilias Leon

Sibling Names

Stavros Demetria Nikos Thea Alexios Sofia Kyriakos

Similar Names

Elijah Eli Elias Ellis Isaiah Ezra Elisha Josiah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ilias

What does the name Ilias mean?

"my God is Yahweh" (from Hebrew). "strength of God" (from Hebrew). Ilias is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Elijah (Eliyahu), composed of 'El' (God) and 'Yahu' (Yahweh), meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' The name entered Greek through the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew scriptures, and became the standard form used in Greek Orthodox Christianity. In the Old Testament, Elijah was the great prophet who challenged the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel.

What is the origin of the name Ilias?

Ilias has Hebrew, Greek, Arabic, Turkish, Albanian, and Orthodox Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "my God is Yahweh". In Hebrew, it means "strength of God".

Is Ilias a boy or girl name?

Ilias is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Ilias?

Ilias is currently ranked #2193 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Ilias?

Common nicknames for Ilias include Ilia and Eli.

What are good middle names for Ilias?

Popular middle name pairings include Ilias Konstantinos, Ilias George, Ilias Alexander, Ilias Nikolaos, Ilias Petros, Ilias Christos, and Ilias Leon.

What are good sibling names for Ilias?

Names that pair well with Ilias as siblings include Stavros, Demetria, Nikos, Thea, Alexios, Sofia, and Kyriakos.

How many syllables does Ilias have?

Ilias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Ilias a common or rare name?

Ilias is an uncommon name, ranked #2193 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Ilias

Ilias is a boy name with Greek, Arabic, Turkish, Albanian, and Orthodox Christian origins . The name means "my God is Yahweh" in Hebrew .

Ilias is currently ranked #2,193 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Ilias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Ilias include Ilia and Eli. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Ilias include Ilian, Ilia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.