Iliana
Meaning of Iliana
The name Iliana is a beautiful and melodious choice for a baby girl, with rich cultural roots and a timeless appeal. Originating from Greek, where it means "bright" or "shining," Iliana has found popularity in various cultures including Italian and Spanish-speaking countries. The name is pronounced similarly in Italian and Spanish as ee-LYAH-nah (/iˈla.na/), while the English pronunciation is ih-lee-AH-nuh (/ɪˈliːənə/). Over the years, Iliana has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with its highest rank being 656th in 2007 and most recently ranking 827th in 2023. Common variations of this name include Eliana and Ilana, offering parents flexibility while maintaining the name's elegant charm. Whether you're drawn to its luminous meaning or its cross-cultural resonance, Iliana is a name that exudes grace and sophistication.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ee-LYAH-nah (/iˈla.na/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as ee-LYAH-nah (/iˈlja.na/)
English
- Pronunced as ih-lee-AH-nuh (/ɪˈliːənə/)
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Notable People Named Iliana
| Iliana Emilia García is a Dominican-born, American visual artist and sculptor known for large-scale paintings and installations, and is a co-founder of the Dominican York Proyecto GRÁFICA (DYPG) Collective, residing in Brooklyn, New York. |
| Iliana Raycheva Raeva-Sirakova is a renowned Bulgarian rhythmic gymnast who was part of the dominant Golden Girls of Bulgaria in the 1980s. |
| Iliana Nikolova is a Bulgarian sprint canoer who won a silver medal in the K-4 500 m event at the 1978 ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships in Belgrade. |
