Ilya: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: eely-ah
Origin: Russia
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Eastern Europe, Southern Europe
Meaning: My god is yahweh or the lord is my god

Ilya is a feminine name of Russian origin, meaning my God is Yahweh or the Lord is my God. The name has been used in various cultures, including Russian and Slavic traditions. Ilya has not seen a resurgence in popularity; its ranking has fluctuated but ultimately declined from its peak in 2012. Ilya is associated with strength, derived from its meaning strength of God or my God is Yahweh. Ilya is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit.

Ilya Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ilya is currently #15262 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Ilya is currently #8704 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Ilya is currently #7769 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Ilya is currently #4440 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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