Rising since 1992, #1,075 for boys today.
Popularity of Ilyas since 1976
Babies named Ilyas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 374 |
| 2010s | 905 |
| 2020s | 848 |
Meaning & origin
Ilyas entered U.S. records in 1976 and has been steadily rising since 1992. Its 2025 rank of 1075 (1 in 8,540) shows growing appeal among families seeking a name with deep religious roots. The name saw its peak in 2025, reflecting a broader interest in Arabic-origin names. Popular in Minnesota, New Jersey, and New York, Ilyas connects to the prophetic tradition while feeling accessible in English-speaking contexts. Its sound fits well with contemporary naming trends favoring soft consonants and vowel endings.
Ilyas is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Elijah (Eliyahu), meaning 'my God is Yahweh.' It appears in the Quran as a prophet and messenger of God. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries and South Asia.
Where Ilyas is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ilyas” around the world
Where Ilyas lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
375
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Quebec
29
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eli, Yasi
Sibling names for Ilyas
Names that share Ilyas's style, for a brother or sister.
