Ilene Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeye-LEEN / /aɪˈliːn/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: bright; Hebrew: God has answered
Historical & Cultural Background
Ilene is often considered a variant of the name Helen, which has Greek origins meaning 'bright' or 'shining light.' The name has been used in various cultures, including Hebrew, where it signifies divine response. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Ilene has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eileen
- Ilena
International Variants
- Ilène (French)
- Eilín (Irish)
Famous people named Ilene
Ilene Chaiken is a television producer and writer known for her work on 'The L Word.'.
Ilene Woods was an American actress and singer, best known for providing the voice of Cinderella in Disney's animated film.
Ilene Kristen is an actress recognized for her roles in soap operas such as 'One Life to Live.'.
Ilene Beckerman is an author and illustrator, celebrated for her book 'Love, Loss, and What I Wore.'.
Fictional characters named Ilene
Ilene is a character in the animated series 'The L Word: Generation Q,' representing a modern perspective on relationships.
Ilene is a supporting character in the novel 'The Last Summer,' contributing to the themes of friendship and growth.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ilene was first seen in the United States in 1891. Ilene has ranked as high as #620 nationally, which occurred in 1950, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ilene has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ilene (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 | |
TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1891 | 5 |
1895 | 6 |
1896 | 5 |
1897 | 7 |
1898 | 6 |
1899 | 12 |
1900 | 7 |
1901 | 11 |
1902 | 13 |
1903 | 11 |
1904 | 14 |
1905 | 17 |
1906 | 18 |
1907 | 22 |
1908 | 24 |
1909 | 24 |
1910 | 33 |
1911 | 34 |
1912 | 42 |
1913 | 63 |
1914 | 83 |
1915 | 128 |
1916 | 138 |
1917 | 152 |
1918 | 186 |
1919 | 206 |
1920 | 192 |
1921 | 222 |
1922 | 241 |
1923 | 242 |
1924 | 275 |
1925 | 271 |
1926 | 313 |
1927 | 327 |
1928 | 272 |
1929 | 251 |
1930 | 257 |
1931 | 284 |
1932 | 222 |
1933 | 242 |
1934 | 224 |
1935 | 219 |
1936 | 263 |
1937 | 248 |
1938 | 343 |
1939 | 283 |
1940 | 227 |
1941 | 235 |
1942 | 287 |
1943 | 272 |
1944 | 280 |
1945 | 313 |
1946 | 386 |
1947 | 413 |
1948 | 404 |
1949 | 385 |
1950 | 453 |
1951 | 425 |
1952 | 383 |
1953 | 334 |
1954 | 346 |
1955 | 324 |
1956 | 301 |
1957 | 306 |
1958 | 293 |
1959 | 267 |
1960 | 275 |
1961 | 230 |
1962 | 248 |
1963 | 180 |
1964 | 206 |
1965 | 184 |
1966 | 144 |
1967 | 153 |
1968 | 132 |
1969 | 115 |
1970 | 112 |
1971 | 93 |
1972 | 81 |
1973 | 70 |
1974 | 55 |
1975 | 59 |
1976 | 71 |
1977 | 52 |
1978 | 66 |
1979 | 59 |
1980 | 56 |
1981 | 66 |
1982 | 55 |
1983 | 63 |
1984 | 63 |
1985 | 71 |
1986 | 64 |
1987 | 61 |
1988 | 59 |
1989 | 65 |
1990 | 59 |
1991 | 65 |
1992 | 35 |
1993 | 32 |
1994 | 35 |
1995 | 52 |
1996 | 38 |
1997 | 47 |
1998 | 71 |
1999 | 74 |
2000 | 65 |
2001 | 59 |
2002 | 50 |
2003 | 67 |
2004 | 65 |
2005 | 53 |
2006 | 74 |
2007 | 72 |
2008 | 64 |
2009 | 38 |
2010 | 41 |
2011 | 39 |
2012 | 45 |
2013 | 33 |
2014 | 40 |
2015 | 34 |
2016 | 26 |
2017 | 20 |
2018 | 21 |
2019 | 16 |
2020 | 15 |
2021 | 14 |
2022 | 17 |
2023 | 24 |
2024 | 22 |