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Ilya

Ilya is a variant of the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh'. It has a strong biblical background, being associated with the prophet Elijah from the Old Testament, and is widely used in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and neighboring countries.

IPA: /ˈiːljə/ · Simplified: EE-lya

Male
Hebrew
Eastern European, particularly Russian
Eastern Europe
strong
traditional
biblical
enduring

45/100

Popularity

Rising

10-Year Trend

5

Countries

2022

Peak Year

Meaning of Ilya

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

Ilya is a variant of the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh'. It has a strong biblical background, being associated with the prophet Elijah from the Old Testament, and is widely used in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and neighboring countries.

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How to pronounce Ilya

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈiːljə/ · Simplified: EE-lya

Nicknames for Ilya

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Illy
Ilyusha
Ili
Lyo

Ilya name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

75

Russia

70

Ukraine

68

Belarus

65

Kazakhstan

60

Israel

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Ilia

Eliyahu

Elias

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Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Individuals named Ilya are often seen as dependable and rooted in tradition. They tend to have a strong sense of history and culture, reflecting the deep historical roots of their name. Ilya is commonly associated with strength and reliability, as well as a certain artistic sensibility, echoing the legacy of cultural figures who shared this name.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Ilya

Well-known figures who share this name.

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Ilya Repin

Russian realist painter, born 1844, renowned for historical and contemporary societal depictions

Frequently asked questions about Ilya

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Ilya mean?
Here is the meaning behind Ilya: Ilya is a variant of the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh'. It has a strong biblical background, being associated with the prophet Elijah from the Old Testament, and is widely used in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and neighboring countries.
Is Ilya a boy or girl name?
Ilya is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Ilya?
Ilya scores 45/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2022.
What are good nicknames for Ilya?
Popular nicknames for Ilya: Illy, Ilyusha, Ili, Lyo.
What names are similar to Ilya?
Names similar to Ilya: Elijah, Eli, Elias, Ilia — close in sound, origin, or style.

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