Elias
Meaning of Elias
Elias is a male name with a rich historical and cultural background. Its roots can be traced back to the Hebrew name Eliyahu, which means "Yahweh is my God." Over time, Elias has been adapted by many languages and cultures, including English, Italian, and Spanish, where it is pronounced as ee-LY-uhs and eh-LEE-ahs respectively. The name also has variations such as Eli and Elijah.
In recent years, Elias has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States. Beginning in 1880 with a ranking of 189th most popular male baby name, it steadily climbed up the charts over the decades. By 2022, Elias reached its highest ever rank at 43rd place. This data demonstrates how beloved the name Elias has become among parents in recent times.
Elias carries an association with strength and devotion due to its Biblical reference - Prophet Elijah was a revered figure known for his miracles and devotion to God. With its combination of historical significance, cross-cultural appeal, and positive associations, Elias could be an excellent choice for those seeking a meaningful and internationally recognized male baby name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ee-LY-uhs (/iːˈlaɪs/)
Italian
- Pronunced as eh-LEE-ahs (/eˈli.a.s/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as eh-LEE-ahs (/eˈlias/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Elias
| Jeffrey Daniel Sciullo, also known as Elias in WWE, is an American professional wrestler and musician now performing as Elijah on the independent circuit. |
| Elias Boudinot, also known as Buck Watie, was a prominent Cherokee leader, writer, and newspaper editor who advocated for acculturation and played a significant role during the period of Cherokee removal to Indian Territory. |
| Elias Charles Disney was a Canadian-American construction worker and entrepreneur, best known as the father of Roy and Walt Disney, co-founders of The Walt Disney Company. |
| Elias Michael Theodorou is a Canadian mixed martial artist who competed in the UFC Middleweight division and made history as the first professional athlete to receive a therapeutic use exemption for cannabis in North America. |
| Elias Howe Jr. was an American inventor famous for creating the modern lockstitch sewing machine. |
| Elias Polk, a former enslaved African American, is known for his controversial political activism and his association with President James K. Polk's family. |
| Elias Smith was a prominent figure in the early Latter Day Saint movement, serving as president of the high priests in the church and later as president of the high priests quorum in the Salt Lake Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. |
| Elias Sierra-Cappelleti is a Belgian professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Eerste Divisie club VVV-Venlo. |
| Elias Mahmoudi is a French-Algerian Muay Thai fighter and former champion, currently competing in the Flyweight division for ONE Championship. |
| Elias Smith Dennis was a prominent politician and Union Army general from Illinois during the American Civil War. |
| Elias Parish Alvars, born as Eli Parish, was an English harpist and composer known for his contributions to the harp repertoire. |
| Elias Koteas is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the Chicago franchise and in films such as Some Kind of Wonderful, The Thin Red Line, and Zodiac. |
| Elias Martello Curzel, also known as Elias, is a Brazilian professional goalkeeper currently without a club. |
| Elias Sørensen - Elias Fritjof Grænge Sørensen is a Danish professional footballer known for his role as a striker at Danish 2nd Division club Esbjerg fB. |
