Gelasias

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1726US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Gelasias mean and where does it come from?

Gelasias is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gelasias carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1726 in 2015 — currently #1726 in the US.
🌿
Related Reading
Greek-origin baby names with timeless appeal
Browse names →

What middle names flow best with Gelasias?

Gelasias works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gelasias Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gelasias Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gelasias Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gelasias Claire
French influence · crisp
Gelasias Jane
Literary · strong
Gelasias Skye
Modern · airy feel
👶
Middle Names
The best middle names for Gelasias
Browse ideas →

How popular is Gelasias right now?

Holding steady — currently #1726 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1726 · Top 1.3%
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#172610stable
2022#172610stable
2021#172610stable
2020#172610stable
2019#172610
💎Gelasias is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gelasias?

Common
GelGelieGelyAsias

Famous people named Gelasias

G(
Gelasias (Greek poet or artist)
Gelasias helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
G(
Gelasias (modern Greek athlete)
Gelasias brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
G(
Gelasias (ancient philosopher)
Gelasias bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
G(
Gelasias (Greek mythological figure)
Gelasias carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
👑
Celebrity Names
What celebrities named their babies in 2024
Explore →

Common questions about the name Gelasias

What does the name Gelasias mean?
Gelasias means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gelasias?
Gelasias is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gelasias?
Gelasias originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gelasias?
Gelasias pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gelasias a common or rare name?
Gelasias is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.