Boys name · Illinois
Elias in Illinois
In 2025, 293 babies born in Illinois were named Elias, making it the #19 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1925, add up to 4,395.
Popularity over time
Elias in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1925 | 7 | #450 |
| 1962 | 6 | #690 |
| 1974 | 19 | #411 |
| 1984 | 10 | #577 |
| 1994 | 38 | #314 |
| 2004 | 77 | #202 |
| 2015 | 152 | #103 |
| 2025 | 293 | #19 |
Illinois had the most Elias births in 2025, with 293. Elias's highest rank in Illinois was #19, set in 2025.
Rank swung between #19 (2025) and #767 (1964) in Illinois, from #450 in 1925 to #19 in 2025.
Nationally, Elias's strongest state was Arizona, where it hit #6 in 2025. See Elias in every state →
How popular is Elias in Illinois?
In 2025, 293 babies born in Illinois were named Elias, making it the #19 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1925, add up to 4,395.
How many babies are named Elias in Illinois?
Illinois recorded 293 births of babies named Elias in 2025.
What is the rank of Elias in Illinois?
Elias ranked #19 among boys names in Illinois in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.