Boy Name · Hebrew Origin
Elias
Elias is a boy baby name of Hebrew origin, meaning "My God is Yahweh". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Elias often also consider Eulas.
Elias meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: My God is Yahweh
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Elias to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Elias as E·L·I·A·S, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Elias is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Elias variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Eliasa, Eliase, Eliasy, Elia.
- Nicknames: Eli and E.
- Middle names: Pair Elias with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Elias middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Eulas, Elzie, Elsie, Elise, Elisa — full picks on the sibling names for Elias guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Elias? Browse our names like Elias guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Elias
What does the name Elias mean?
Elias means "My God is Yahweh" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Elias?
Elias originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Elias?
Elias has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Elias a boy's or girl's name?
Elias is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Elias in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Elias sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Elias?
Names that share Elias's sound and style include Eulas, Elzie, Elsie, Elise, Elisa.
What middle names pair well with Elias?
Good middle-name fits for Elias pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Elias is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Elias is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Elias?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Elias share its rhythm without rhyming — Eulas, Elzie, Elsie all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.