Iliana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationil-ee-AH-nah / iˈliːənəGreek; Spanish
Meaning
Greek: light; Spanish: bright
Historical & Cultural Background
Iliana is derived from the Greek name 'Helena,' which means light or torch. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Greek and Spanish-speaking regions. The name has gained popularity in recent years, especially in the United States. Its melodic sound and positive meaning contribute to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Iliana has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eliana
- Illyana
International Variants
- Eliana (Italian)
- Iliana (Bulgarian)
- Iliana (Spanish)
Famous people named Iliana
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Fictional characters named Iliana
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Iliana was first seen in the United States in 1955. Iliana has ranked as high as #943 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Iliana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Iliana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 74 | |
| TX | 63 | |
| AZ | 18 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| NJ | 10 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| CO | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1963 | 35 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 49 |
| 1968 | 37 |
| 1969 | 46 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 45 |
| 1972 | 60 |
| 1973 | 50 |
| 1974 | 46 |
| 1975 | 46 |
| 1976 | 57 |
| 1977 | 62 |
| 1978 | 54 |
| 1979 | 65 |
| 1980 | 100 |
| 1981 | 82 |
| 1982 | 89 |
| 1983 | 85 |
| 1984 | 80 |
| 1985 | 93 |
| 1986 | 164 |
| 1987 | 117 |
| 1988 | 145 |
| 1989 | 252 |
| 1990 | 283 |
| 1991 | 308 |
| 1992 | 244 |
| 1993 | 248 |
| 1994 | 222 |
| 1995 | 205 |
| 1996 | 183 |
| 1997 | 212 |
| 1998 | 237 |
| 1999 | 226 |
| 2000 | 276 |
| 2001 | 264 |
| 2002 | 294 |
| 2003 | 314 |
| 2004 | 313 |
| 2005 | 393 |
| 2006 | 383 |
| 2007 | 453 |
| 2008 | 427 |
| 2009 | 402 |
| 2010 | 371 |
| 2011 | 400 |
| 2012 | 403 |
| 2013 | 346 |
| 2014 | 333 |
| 2015 | 302 |
| 2016 | 334 |
| 2017 | 296 |
| 2018 | 303 |
| 2019 | 325 |
| 2020 | 298 |
| 2021 | 282 |
| 2022 | 318 |
| 2023 | 331 |
| 2024 | 326 |