"my God is Yahweh"
Origin: Hebrew Eliyahu via Arabic
Language: Arabic
Ilyas
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A prophetic name revered across Islam's long history
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Meaning & Origin
"Yahweh is God"
Origin: Hebrew via Aramaic
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Ilyas
Ilyas is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Elijah (Eliyahu), meaning my God is Yahweh or Yahweh is my God. The Prophet Ilyas (Elijah) is recognized in Islam as a prophet sent to the people of Baalbek, mentioned by name in the Quran. The name carries the same ancient Semitic root shared between the Hebrew Elijah and Arabic Ilyas, demonstrating the deep connection between the two faiths.
Ilyas has been consistently popular across the Muslim world, from North Africa to Central Asia and Southeast Asia. As Muslim baby names gain visibility in Western countries, Ilyas has been embraced for its clean sound and deep prophetic heritage.
In Islam, Ilyas (Elijah) is a revered prophet mentioned in the Quran in Sura As-Saffat. He is honored as one who called people back to monotheism. In Turkish culture, Ilyas Beg was a 14th-century Ottoman commander, giving the name historical weight in Turkic traditions.
Historical Record
Ilyas first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 1,996 babies have been named Ilyas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ilyas is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,248 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Ilyas (Elijah) appears in both the Bible and the Quran, making him one of the few prophets shared by Judaism, Christianity and Islam
- The name Elijah/Ilyas has been one of the fastest-growing baby names in the United States over the past decade
Ilyas in Other Languages
Arabic
إلياس
Hebrew
אֵלִיָּהוּ (Elijah)
Persian
الیاس
Spanish
Elias
Turkish
Ilyas
Popularity Over Time
#1,248
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Islamic prophet mentioned in the Quran, identified with the Biblical prophet Elijah, revered for his monotheistic missio...
Islamic prophet mentioned in the Quran, identified with the Biblical prophet Elijah, revered for his monotheistic mission
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,248
- Total SSA Count
- 158
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Turkish Muslim Persian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Illy
Yas
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ilyas
What does the name Ilyas mean?
"my God is Yahweh" (from Hebrew Eliyahu via Arabic). "Yahweh is God" (from Hebrew via Aramaic). Ilyas is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Elijah (Eliyahu), meaning my God is Yahweh or Yahweh is my God. The Prophet Ilyas (Elijah) is recognized in Islam as a prophet sent to the people of Baalbek, mentioned by name in the Quran. The name carries the same ancient Semitic root shared between the Hebrew Elijah and Arabic Ilyas, demonstrating the deep connection between the two faiths.
What is the origin of the name Ilyas?
Ilyas has Hebrew Eliyahu via Arabic, Hebrew via Aramaic, Arabic, Turkish, Muslim, and Persian origins. In Hebrew Eliyahu via Arabic, it means "my God is Yahweh". In Hebrew via Aramaic, it means "Yahweh is God".
Is Ilyas a boy or girl name?
Ilyas is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Ilyas?
Ilyas is currently ranked #1248 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ilyas?
Common nicknames for Ilyas include Illy and Yas.
What are good middle names for Ilyas?
Popular middle name pairings include Ilyas Ahmed, Ilyas Hassan, Ilyas Mohammed, Ilyas Omar, Ilyas Suleiman, and Ilyas Tariq.
What are good sibling names for Ilyas?
Names that pair well with Ilyas as siblings include Yusuf, Ibrahim, Maryam, Fatima, Idris, and Zainab.
How many syllables does Ilyas have?
Ilyas has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Ilyas a common or rare name?
Ilyas is an uncommon name, ranked #1248 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Ilyas?
Related spellings include Ilya.
About the Name Ilyas
Ilyas is a boy name with Arabic, Turkish, Muslim, and Persian origins . The name means "my God is Yahweh" in Hebrew Eliyahu via Arabic .
Ilyas is currently ranked #1,248 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Ilyas has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Ilyas include Illy and Yas. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ilyas include Ilya . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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