Helias

The first name Helias is a variant of the biblical name Elias and carries the meaning '(my) God is Yahweh.' This derivation comes from the ancient Hebrew word el, which means 'the Mighty, God,' as well as from yahwe, which stands for 'JHWH' (the name of God).

What does the name Helias mean?

Helias is a variant of the biblical Elias and means '(my) God is Yahweh.' The origin of the name derives from the ancient Hebrew el, which means 'the Mighty, God,' as well as from yahwe, the name for 'JHWH.'

Where does the name Helias come from?

The name Helias has ancient Hebrew roots and means 'my God is Yahweh.' It consists of the ancient Hebrew terms el, meaning 'the Mighty, God,' and yahwe, the name of God (JHWH). The name is rooted in biblical Greek.

How do you pronounce Helias?

The pronunciation of Helias is three syllables and is pronounced as 'He-li-as' [ˈheːli̯as]. The long e sound at the beginning of the name provides a clear and broad tone, while the open ending '-as' gives the name a melodic, almost classical note. This combination conveys a cultivated and gentle impression – light and flowing in sound.

When is the name day of Helias?

The name day of Helias is celebrated on March 24 and July 20.

Popularity

In Germany, Helias is a rare first name. It currently ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, Helias has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,638th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 10,904th.

Nicknames & pet names

Heli

Similar first names

Famous people

• Helias Brentel (Franconian painter)
• Hélias de Saint-Yrieix (French bishop)
• Helias Meder (Reformed theologian in East Frisia)
• Helias Putschius (Dutch philologist)
• Helias von Köln (Archbishop of Cologne)