Elias Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Elias Name at a Glance

Name	Elias
Meaning	Variant of Elijah: Jehovah is God.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Elias Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Elias means “Variant of Elijah: Jehovah is God”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Elias Name Origin

Our database records Elias under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Elias a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Elias is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Elias

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