Ilan
Meaning of Ilan
Ilan is a masculine name with origins in both English and Hebrew. In English, it is pronounced as "eye-LAN" (/aɪˈlæn/), while in Hebrew, it is pronounced as "ee-LAHN" (/iˈlɑn/). The name has variations such as Eilan. Ilan is not extremely common but has been steadily used in the United States since the 1960s. It reached its peak popularity in 2003 when it ranked 33rd on the list of baby names. Since then, its popularity has declined slightly, but it remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents seeking a meaningful and multicultural name for their son.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as ee-LAHN (/iˈlɑn/)
English
- Pronunced as eye-LAN (/aɪˈlæn/)
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Similar Names to Ilan
Notable People Named Ilan
| Ilan Ramon was an Israeli fighter pilot and the first Israeli astronaut who tragically lost his life during the fatal mission of the Space Shuttle Columbia. |
| Ilan Rubin is a multi-talented American musician, known for his work with bands like Nine Inch Nails and Paramore, as well as for his solo project, The New Regime. |
| Ilan Mitchell-Smith is an American academic and former actor, known for his roles in Weird Science (1985) and Superboy. |
| Ilan Volkov is an Israeli orchestral conductor. |
| Ilan Eshkeri is a renowned British composer recognized for his work in concert music, film scores, and artist collaborations. |
