Elias
BoyHebrew/Greek
Elias is a boy name of Hebrew/Greek origin meaning "God is my Lord".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew/Greek
Religion
Christian, Jewish
Popularity
11 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
God is my Lord
Etymology
Derived from Hebrew 'El' (God) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of Yahweh), and influenced by Greek ' Elias', from the New Testament.
Famous People Named Elias
- Elias James Corey — American chemist
- Elias Magnus Fries — Swedish biologist considered to be one of the founding fathers of the modern taxonomy of mushrooms (1794–1878)
- Elias Koteas — Canadian actor
Frequently Asked Questions About Elias
What does the name Elias mean?
Elias means "God is my Lord", and is of Hebrew/Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Elias?
Elias originates from Hebrew/Greek, commonly used in Middle East/Europe.
Is Elias a boy or girl name?
Elias is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Elias associated with?
Elias is associated with Christian, Jewish.
Are there famous people named Elias?
Yes — notable people named Elias include Elias James Corey (American chemist), Elias Magnus Fries (Swedish biologist considered to be one of the founding fathers of the modern taxonomy of mushrooms, 1794–1878) and Elias Koteas (Canadian actor).
Last updated: June 2026