Ilaria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ilaria is an Italian name with roots in the Latin name Hilarius, meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyful'. It has evolved through history from Latin to modern Italian and is often linked to positive traits. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Ilaria gained popularity in the Middle Ages and remains well-liked in contemporary society, with notable figures such as Ilaria D'Amico and Ilaria Capua bringing recognition to the name.
The name Ilaria is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ilaria has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ilaria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15428th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7872nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3901st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ilaria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ilaria"
Pronunciation
/iˈlɑːr.i.ə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Ilaria is derived from the Latin name 'Hilarius', which means 'cheerful' or 'joyful'.
Meaning
cheerful, joyful
Language Evolution
Hilarius (Latin), Ilaria (Italian)
Historical Usage
Ilaria gained popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in Italian-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Ilario (masculine form), Ilaria (feminine form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Ilaria is perceived as a modern and elegant name in contemporary Italy, often associated with positivity and joy.
Famous People
Ilaria D'Amico (Italian television presenter), Ilaria Capua (Italian virologist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ilaria"
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 "Ilaria"
"Ilaria" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15428th of 19264 | 12 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7872nd of 35406 | 225 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3901st of 30306 | 463 |
Regional Popularity of "Ilaria" 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 "Ilaria" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
- |
78.60% 5866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
63.34% 2842nd/4487 |
74.63% 5091st/6822 |
48.01% 3013th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ilaria"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ilaria" 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.