Iliyasu
Iliyasu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Elijah; the Prophet Ilyās”.
| Meaning | Elijah; the Prophet Ilyās |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic), Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | إلياس |
| Pronunciation | ee-lee-YAH-soo |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Iliyasu
Iliyasu is the Hausa form of Ilyās, the Prophet Elijah, who called his people away from the worship of the idol Baʿl. Hausa adds a vowel between the consonants and a final -u. The Quran counts him among the righteous and the messengers.
Is Iliyasu a Muslim name?
Yes. Iliyasu is the Hausa form of Ilyās, a Prophet named in the Quran.
Is Iliyasu in the Quran?
'And indeed, Ilyās was among the messengers' (Quran 37:123).
Where is the name Iliyasu used?
Used among Hausa Muslims in northern Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iliyasu mean?
Iliyasu means 'Elijah; the Prophet Ilyās'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic), Hausa form.
Is Iliyasu a Muslim name?
Yes. Iliyasu is the Hausa form of Ilyās, a Prophet named in the Quran.
How do you write Iliyasu in Arabic?
Iliyasu is written إلياس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Iliyasu?
Iliyasu is pronounced ee-lee-YAH-soo.
Is Iliyasu mentioned in the Quran?
'And indeed, Ilyās was among the messengers' (Quran 37:123).