The Lord is my God
Elis is a Welsh form of Elias, which derives from the Hebrew name Elijah. It carries the same spiritual significance as its biblical predecessor, representing a declaration of faith. While historically masculine in Wales, it is increasingly used as a gender-neutral option in the United States.
Less common today
Elis isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,135 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
16th-century Welsh chronicler and soldier
Welsh comedian and broadcaster
Influential Brazilian singer of MPB
