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Name Origin

Ilyas is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'God is my Lord'. It derives from the Arabic words 'ilah' (God) and 'yas' (He who does). Ilyas is a common name among Muslims, particularly in the Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa.

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Famous People

Ilyas Salman (1948-)

Actor

  • Known for his roles in Turkish cinema

Ilyas Khan (1958-)

Politician

  • Served as the Chief Minister of Sindh, Pakistan

Ilyas Yildirim (1990-)

Footballer

  • Plays for the Turkish national team