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Elias
My God is the Lord
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
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Origin and meaning of Elias
Elias is the Greek-Latin form of the Hebrew Eliyyahu, 'my God is the Lord' — recalling the great prophet Elijah, a passionate defender of the faith. A clean, luminous name, it is now very fashionable in Germany, Scandinavia and across Central Europe, where it often ranks among the top choices for newborns. The English-speaking world pairs it with Elijah, while Italy has Elia. It conveys spirituality, strength and purity.
Variants around the world
How Elias sounds in other languages.
EliaElijahÉlieIlya
Famous people
- Elias Howe— inventor
- Elias Canetti— writer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elias mean?
The name Elias means My God is the Lord.
What is the origin of the name Elias?
Origin of Elias: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Elias?
International variants of Elias: Elia, Elijah, Élie, and Ilya.