Origin of the name Ilyas

The roots of the name Ilyas go back a thousand years. Even in the biblical writings, one of the prophets was called that way. This is a Muslim name, which has Christian analogues, for example, Elijah (“My god is the Lord”, in some interpretations “believer”). Many scholars have another theory that the origin of the name is Arabic, meaning “Allah is Mighty.”

It is popular mainly in Asian countries, although there are similar ones in Europe – Elias (Portugal, Germany), Ilias (Greece), Elias (Czech Republic, Poland). In the overwhelming majority, Ilyas is more like Ilya – Elijah, Eli.

Meaning and characteristics of the name Ilyas

At first glance at Ilyas, you might think that he is an introvert with his inherent qualities – calmness, restraint in actions and gentleness. And the impression will not deceive – the owner of the name does not like to express himself in communication due to a sense of self-control. He stops himself in time and doesn’t do anything stupid.

Ilyas is distinguished by strength and determination; you can always rely on him and not be afraid that he will shirk responsibility. Coupled with an innate love of perfectionism, the result is an excellent specialist in a professional career. At work, Ilyas is always busy and does not shirk. Moreover, he is not just a performer; Ilyas has organizational skills. He is capable of coping with any task, but creative ones give him maximum satisfaction.

Ilyas does not suffer from an excess of ambition, but with slow steps he is diligently moving towards the fulfillment of his cherished dream. Discipline, limitless patience and perseverance help a lot in this.

In personal relationships, Ilyas is a good friend with inherent honesty and integrity. Despite these qualities, he has few friends, and it is sometimes difficult to get into his close circle. In everyday affairs, he may occasionally respond sharply. He is devoted to his family, and from childhood he shifts many responsibilities onto himself, trying to save his family from unnecessary problems.

On the personal front, Ilyas often experiences certain difficulties, as he is very demanding of his companion. Therefore, he usually marries in adulthood, more often because of the desire to have children. Family and career are intertwined in his life, the desire to provide real help affects his choice of profession – Ilyas will be an excellent lawyer or prosecutor, a qualified doctor. He usually chooses sports as a hobby – this is an important part of his life, in which he tries to realize his inner potential.

Name days:

March 1, June 23

Diminutive version

Ilchik 

Abbreviated

Ile

According to the church

no

Color

  • brown

Planet

  • Jupiter

Element

  • water

Stone talisman

agate

Metal

lead, iron

Plants

cedar

Totem animal

eagle, brown bear

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