Iliya

Meaning of Iliya

Iliya, pronounced il-EE-yah, is a gently lyrical unisex name with ancient Hebrew roots—derived from Eliyyâh, “My God is Yahweh”—yet it blooms effortlessly across cultures. In Indian households, it carries the warmth of the dawn sun, echoing the Sanskrit spirit of light and vitality, while in Slavic lands it conjures echoes of medieval poets. Though modest in its U.S. numbers—hovering around the 900-ish rank in recent years—Iliya’s steady rise speaks to its universal appeal, marrying strength and grace with a modern freshness. Whether whispered during a quiet midnight feed or declared with joyous fanfare, Iliya feels like a soft breeze laden with promise, ready to accompany your child on every adventure.

Pronunciation

• Pronunced as il-EE-yah (/ɪlˈiːjə/)

• Elia
• Ilya
• Ilia
• Eliya
• Illya
• Illia
• Iliyah