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Ezias

Male

« Ezias is a Hebrew name derived from 'El' and 'Yah,' meaning 'the Lord is my God.' »

#11880 over 5 years

Meaning, origin, history

Elias is a name of Hebrew origin that means "the Lord is my God." It is derived from the elements 'El' meaning "God" and 'Yah,' a shortened form of YHWH, one of the names of God in the Old Testament. The name Elias has a rich history and appears several times throughout the Bible. One of the most notable references to Elias is found in the story of Elijah, the prophet who lived during the reign of King Ahab in Israel around 874-853 BCE. According to biblical accounts, Elijah was known for his powerful miracles, including calling down fire from heaven and raising a widow's son from the dead. He also played a significant role in the confrontation between himself and the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. In addition to its biblical significance, Elias has been widely used throughout history. It was popular among early Christians due to its religious connotations and has been adopted by various cultures around the world. Today, variations of this name can be found across Europe, including Italy (Elia), Spain (Eliás), France (Élias), and Germany (Elias). Some famous people named Elias include the Belgian physicist Albert Einstein, who was born Elias Isaacson; the Swiss psychologist Carl Gustav Jung, whose given name was Elias Carl; and the American jazz musician Miles Davis, whose birth certificate listed his name as Elias T.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Ezias since 1880

Total births
39
Total since 1880
Peak year
2019
9 births
in 2022
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+333% ↗
vs previous 5 years