Ilyas
Ilyas is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “The Lord is my God”, pronounced il-YAHS. It ranked #1075 in the United States in 2025, given to 200 babies, and peaked at #1075 in 2025. Common nicknames: Ily, Yas.
How popular is Ilyas in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Ilyas mean, and where does it come from?
Ilyas is the Arabic form of Elijah — Hebrew Eliyahu, "the Lord is my God" — and one of the prophets named in the Quran, where he calls his people away from the worship of Baal exactly as he does in the Book of Kings. It is used across the Arabic-speaking world, Turkey, Central Asia and South Asia, and is common in Muslim communities in Britain and France. American records hold it from 1976; it has risen steadily for two decades and reached its highest position in 2025, still short of the top thousand.
How is Ilyas used around the world?
Ilyas is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 6+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Ilyas?
Famous People Named Ilyas
- Ilyas Zhansugurov — Kazakh poet and a founder of modern Kazakh literature
- Ilyas Chaira — Moroccan professional footballer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Ilyas mean?
Ilyas is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "The Lord is my God." Ilyas is the Arabic form of Elijah — Hebrew Eliyahu, "the Lord is my God" — and one of the prophets named in the Quran, where he calls his people away from the worship of Baal exactly as he does in the Book of Kings. It is used across the Arabic-speaking world, Turkey, Central Asia and South Asia, and is common in Muslim communities in Britain and France.
How do you pronounce Ilyas?
Ilyas is pronounced il-YAHS. Common variations include Ilias, Elias, İlyas.
Is Ilyas a boy name?
Yes, Ilyas is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Ily, Yas.