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Elias

Meaning: The Lord is my God

About Elias

Elias is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “The Lord is my God,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Elijah. Indicative pronunciation: eh-LY-as. Popular note: European-friendly biblical. When considering Elias, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Hebrew

Variants

Elijah

Pronunciation

eh-LY-as

Popularity note

European-friendly biblical

FAQ — Elias

What does the name Elias mean?

Short meaning: The Lord is my God. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Elias?

Most associated origin: Hebrew.

Are there variants of Elias?

Related forms: Elijah.