Ilyana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ilyana is a name of Slavic origin meaning 'light' or 'bright'. It evolved from Ilya to Iliana and finally to Ilyana. The name is associated with traits such as creativity and individuality. It does not have a direct biblical relevance, but is rooted in the Hebrew name Elijah. It has seen a rise in usage since the late 20th century, particularly in Slavic regions.
The name Ilyana is most popular in Texas, 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, Ilyana has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ilyana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4397th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2587th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ilyana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ilyana"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈljɑːnə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Ilyana is derived from the Slavic name Iliana, which is a feminine form of the name Ilya, itself derived from the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh'.
Meaning
light, bright
Language Evolution
Ilya, Iliana, Ilyana
Historical Usage
Ilyana has gained popularity in various Slavic countries and among diaspora communities in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Iliana, Ilya, Elena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ilyana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Ilyana Kadushin, an American actress and voice artist, Ilyana Silvestre, a Brazilian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ilyana"
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 "Ilyana"
"Ilyana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12938th of 27321 | 57 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4397th of 35406 | 494 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2587th of 30306 | 818 |
Regional Popularity of "Ilyana" 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 "Ilyana" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
48.68% 3560th/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.27% 2441st/3984 |
60.51% 2715th/4487 |
38.38% 2618th/6822 |
36.50% 2291st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ilyana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ilyana" 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.