elijas

Elijas is a masculine given name used primarily in Lithuania and among Lithuanian-speaking communities. It is the Lithuanian form of Elijah, a biblical name that ultimately derives from Hebrew Eliyahu and is commonly interpreted as “Yahweh is God.” In Lithuanian, Elijas appears in its standard nominative form in historical texts and contemporary usage.

Usage and distribution: Elijas has been a steady, if not particularly common, choice for boys in Lithuania. It is associated with biblical and religious naming traditions and is found across generations in church records, education, and civil registries. The name is also encountered among Lithuanian diaspora communities abroad.

Variants and related forms: The name Elijah has many variants in other languages, including Elias and Elías in Spanish, and Elijah in English. The Lithuanian form Elijas is part of this family of names and shares the same root. Other related Lithuanian names reflecting the same origin include Elijus and similar forms.

See also: Elijah; Elias; Elías.