Illias Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: IL-ee-us /ˈɪliəs/
Origin: Greek; Arabic
Meaning: Greek: God is my salvation; Arabic: the one who is saved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Illias is derived from the Greek name Ηλίας (Elias), which is a form of the Hebrew name אֵלִיָּהוּ (Eliyahu), meaning "My God is Yahweh." The transition from Hebrew to Greek occurred during the Hellenistic period, particularly as Jewish texts were translated into Greek, most notably in the Septuagint, a 3rd-century BCE translation of the Hebrew Bible. The name subsequently entered Latin as Elias, which influenced its adoption into various European languages, including the form Illias in some cultures.
Historically, the name Illias is associated with the biblical prophet Elijah, a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible who is known for his role in defending the worship of Yahweh against the worship of Baal. Elijah's story is recounted in the books of Kings, where he performs miracles and ascends to heaven in a whirlwind.
The reverence for Elijah has persisted through centuries, with his feast day celebrated in both Jewish and Christian traditions, particularly in the 9th century CE when the veneration of saints became more formalized in Christianity. Culturally, the name Illias carries connotations of strength and divine connection, reflecting the attributes of the prophet Elijah.
In various traditions, Elijah is seen as a harbinger of redemption and is often invoked in prayers and rituals. The name's enduring presence in religious texts and its association with significant historical figures contribute to its cultural resonance.
Related forms of the name, such as Elias, have also been widely used across different cultures, further solidifying its place in the historical and linguistic landscape.
Famous people named Illias
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Illias Kanchan is a cricketer best known for his performances in domestic cricket in Bangladesh.
Illias K. is a musician best known for his contributions to the electronic music scene.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Illias was first seen in the United States in 2004.
Illias has ranked as high as #1368 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Illias has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Illias is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Illias was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Illias
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Illias.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2004 | 7 |