Ilie Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EE-lee-eh /iˈli.e/
Origin: Hebrew; Romanian
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my Lord; Romanian: variant of Elijah
Historical & Cultural Background
Ilie is a name with Hebrew origins, commonly associated with the biblical prophet Elijah. In Romanian culture, Ilie is a popular name that reflects religious significance and tradition.
The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, showcasing its versatility and enduring appeal.
Famous people named Ilie
In this section, you will find notable people named Ilie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Ilie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Ilie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Ilie Năstase was a Romanian tennis player known for his achievements in the 1970s, including winning two Grand Slam titles.
Ilie Șerbănescu is a Romanian economist recognized for his contributions to economic theory and policy.
Ilie Balaci was a Romanian footballer celebrated for his skill and contributions to the national team.
Ilie Sârbu is a Romanian politician who served as a member of the Romanian Parliament.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Ilie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ilie was first seen in the United States in 2019.
Ilie has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Ilie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ilie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ilie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Ilie
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ilie.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 |