Ilyas Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ilyas is an Arabic name derived from the Hebrew Elijah, meaning 'Yahweh is my God.' It has evolved through various languages and is associated with the biblical prophet. The name carries traits of wisdom and spirituality and is recognized in multiple cultures. Its relevance in religious texts contributes to its positive perception today.
The name Ilyas is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ilyas has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ilyas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8999th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9536th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2793rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1539th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ilyas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ilyas"
Pronunciation
/ɪlˈjɑːs/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Ilyas is derived from the Arabic form of the name Elijah, which has roots in Hebrew, meaning 'Yahweh is my God.'
Meaning
Yahweh is my God
Language Evolution
Elijah (Hebrew), Elias (Greek), Ilyas (Arabic)
Biblical Background
Ilyas is commonly associated with the prophet Elijah from the Hebrew Bible, who is a significant figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Islamic world due to its association with the prophet and has been used in various cultures and languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Elias, Elijah, Ilias
Modern Popularity & Image
Ilyas is viewed positively in many cultures, often associated with wisdom and spirituality due to its religious significance.
Famous People
Ilyas Kadir (Turkish poet), Ilyas Ahmed (Pakistani politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ilyas"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ilyas"
"Ilyas" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8999th of 10718 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9536th of 16616 | 37 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2793rd of 24088 | 608 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1539th of 23106 | 1,340 |
Regional Popularity of "Ilyas" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.01% 1879th/4582 |
38.77% 2002nd/5164 |
46.78% 3421st/7313 |
34.95% 2608th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.89% 1151st/3984 |
24.69% 1108th/4487 |
27.38% 1868th/6822 |
24.71% 1551st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ilyas" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ilyas"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ilyas" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.