Ilyas

Ilyas is a British surname with origins in the Arabic name "Elias", meaning 'the Lord is my God'. It is a variant spelling commonly found in British families of Middle Eastern or Muslim descent.

The surname Ilyas is relatively rare in Britain compared to other more common British surnames. It is often found in communities with ties to regions such as the Middle East, particularly those with a significant Muslim population.

Individuals bearing the surname Ilyas have made notable contributions in various fields, ranging from academia to sports and the arts. The Ilyas family name reflects the rich cultural diversity and heritage present in modern Britain, highlighting the country's history of immigration and integration.

Overall, the surname Ilyas represents a unique blend of British and Arabic influences, symbolising the multicultural tapestry that characterises contemporary British society.

There are approximately 2,236 people named Ilyas in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,837th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Ilyas.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Asif
  • Faisal
  • Farooq
  • Imran
  • Mohamed
  • Mohammad
  • Mohammed
  • Muhammad
  • Muhammed
  • Nadeem
  • Sajid
  • Shehzad
  • Usman

Female

  • Asma
  • Farah
  • Nadia
  • Naila
  • Nazia
  • Saima
  • Samina
  • Shazia
  • Sobia
  • Sofia

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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