Illya
Meaning of Illya
Illya is a unisex name of Russian origin. It is pronounced as ee-LYAH (/iˈlja/) in Russian. The name is a variation of Ilya, which has been used for both boys and girls. Illya has a strong and distinctive sound, making it a unique choice for parents looking for a gender-neutral name. Although not very common in the United States, with only a few occurrences in recent years, Illya holds historical significance and cultural associations. In Russia, Ilya is derived from the Hebrew name Elijah and is often associated with strength, bravery, and devotion. Its popularity may be on the rise as more parents seek out names that are both uncommon and meaningful.
Pronunciation
Russian
- Pronunced as ee-LYAH (/iˈlja/)
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Notable People Named Illya
| Illya Zabarnyi - Illia Borysovych Zabarnyi is a Ukrainian professional footballer known for playing as a centre-back for Premier League club AFC Bournemouth and the Ukraine national team. |
| Illya Olehovych Kvasha is a Ukrainian diver who won a bronze medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics and is a multiple European champion in both individual and synchronized diving. |
| Illya Vahramovych Tereshchenko is a Ukrainian professional footballer currently playing for Lyubomyr Stavyshche. |
| Illya Oleksandrovych Kovalenko is a Ukrainian professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder for Podillya Khmelnytskyi. |
| Illya Vitaliyovych Kornyev is a Ukrainian professional football midfielder currently playing for Uzhhorod. |
| Illya Oleksandrovych Tymoshenko is a Ukrainian professional footballer known for his role as a defender at Polish club KSZO Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski. |
| Illya Cherednychenko is a Ukrainian footballer known for his role as a winger for Polissya Zhytomyr. |
