Elias Howe, the inventor who patented the first practical sewing machine, was born on July 9, 1819. The Greek form of the Old Testament prophet name Elijah, Elias has been rising steadily in popularity in the US since the 1980s, hitting #25 in the most recent statistics, its highest point ever. Elias is also a Top 100 boys’ name in a wide range of countries, including Germany, Sweden, and Chile. Elias is not as popular as Elijah, which ranks in the US Top 10, but is more popular than the unrelated Eli. Another factor in its favor: The stylish final letter S.
Love this name! Literally my favourite