2025 popularity • #13

Elias

Elias is a greek form of hebrew elijah name commonly associated with “my god is yahweh.” It ranked #13 among U.S. boy names in 2025.

MeaningMy God is Yahweh
OriginGreek form of Hebrew Elijah
2025 U.S. rank#13 for boys

What does Elias mean?

Elias is commonly connected with the meaning my god is yahweh.” Its roots are described as greek form of hebrew elijah. Name histories often travel across languages and generations, so spelling, pronunciation, and interpretation can differ by family or cultural tradition.

How popular is Elias?

According to Social Security Administration data for babies born in 2025, Elias ranked #13 among U.S. boy names. SSA counts each spelling separately, which means related spellings may hold their own positions rather than being combined into one total.

Popularity source: U.S. Social Security Administration ↗

The feel of Elias

Elias has a clear, concise shape and feels highly familiar to today’s parents. In a full name, it is compact and easy to pair with a longer middle name. Say it with your surname, then test the initials and the version you are most likely to call across the house.

Sibling names that pair with Elias

These are style-and-rhythm suggestions rather than popularity claims. They aim for a family set that feels connected without sounding matched.

If the sibling is a boyEthanBennettWaylon
If the sibling is a girlEllaEmiliaIris

Middle names for Elias

Elias AlexanderElias JamesElias Theodore

Middle-name flow depends on the surname, emphasis, and family meaning. Use these as sound tests, not rules; an honor name with personal history can matter more than perfect syllable balance.

Names near Elias in the 2025 rankings