Rilla: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: r-eell-ah
Origin: Unspecified
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Global
Meaning: Rilla means 'small brook or to sparkle'.

Rilla name meaning means small brook or to sparkle. The name has seen a decline in popularity over the years but remains significant for its simplicity and endearing nature. It is often associated with the character Rilla Marlowe from the novel "Rilla of Ingleside" by L.M. Montgomery. The name's importance lies in its timeless appeal and the literary legacy it carries.

Rilla Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Rilla is currently #19492 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Rilla is currently #11149 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Rilla is currently #9508 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Rilla is currently #5376 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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