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Elias

/E-lias/

Meaning: The Lord is my God

Elias at a glance

Meaning: The Lord is my God
Origin: Greek
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: E-lias
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Eliaas, Eliasah, Eliaso, Elies, Eliaasah, Eliaaso

Lucky details for Elias

Number: 5
Color: Turquoise
Stone: Emerald
Flower: Lavender
Day: Wednesday
Planet: Mercury
Zodiac: Gemini
Metal: Mercury alloy

Elias is a Greek name meaning “the lord is my god”. Parents choose Elias for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Elias reduce to 5, a number linked with Mercury and with people who are charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere.

Numerology

Chaldean value 5 — Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety.

Personality

Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety

Positive Traits

Charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere

Negative Traits

Gets restless with routine and may struggle to sit still

Career Suggestions

Marketing, sales, journalism, software, entrepreneurship

Nicknames

Elia Elii Eliy Ely

Middle Names

Elijah Elyas Ekaami

Sibling Names

Alexia Daaphne Kaaterinia Sophyiya

Compatible Names

Alexander Andreaasie Dymytri Georgeeosya Nikolaasa Phileep

FAQs about the name Elias

What does the name Elias mean?

Elias means “the lord is my god” and comes from a Greek root.

Is Elias a boy or girl name?

Elias is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Elias?

Elias is pronounced E-lias (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Elias?

The lucky number for Elias is 5, ruled by Mercury.

What are good nicknames for Elias?

Popular short forms include Elia, Elii, Eliy, Ely.