Ila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ila is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'earth' or 'speech'. It has evolved from its ancient roots to modern usage, reflecting traits of nature and fertility. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Ila has gained popularity as a unique name choice in contemporary culture.
The name Ila is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ila has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ila' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4347th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 276th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 383rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1013th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2440th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4285th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2276th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 941st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ila' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ila"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪlə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Ila originates from the Sanskrit word 'ila', which means 'earth' or 'speech'. In Hindu mythology, Ila is also a name of a goddess and is associated with the earth and fertility.
Meaning
earth, speech
Language Evolution
Ila (Sanskrit), Ila (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Ila has been used in various cultures, particularly in India, and has gained popularity in modern times as a unique name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Ilaa, Ilah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ila is perceived as a modern and unique name, often chosen for its simplicity and connection to nature.
Famous People
Ila Arun, an Indian actress and singer, Ila Pattison, a British artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ila"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ila"
"Ila" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4347th of 7545 | 50 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 276th of 9107 | 9,928 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 383rd of 9204 | 5,714 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1013th of 12526 | 1,932 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2440th of 19264 | 514 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4285th of 27321 | 346 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2276th of 35406 | 1,263 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 941st of 30306 | 3,433 |
Regional Popularity of "Ila" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ila" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
16.53% 234th/1416 |
41.62% 574th/1379 |
9.85% 233rd/2366 |
19.88% 227th/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
18.37% 284th/1546 |
46.47% 723rd/1556 |
15.26% 359th/2353 |
23.27% 360th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.81% 931st/2227 |
67.53% 1641st/2430 |
34.63% 988th/2853 |
46.81% 1299th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
73.56% 2588th/3518 |
66.12% 2674th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
74.56% 4710th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.30% 2030th/4582 |
58.19% 3005th/5164 |
37.62% 2751st/7313 |
27.46% 2049th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.34% 691st/3984 |
31.98% 1435th/4487 |
14.89% 1016th/6822 |
15.06% 945th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ila"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ila" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.