Illya Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationIL-yah / ˈɪl.jəHebrew; Russian
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my Lord; Russian: variant of Elijah
Historical & Cultural Background
Illya is a variant of the name Elijah, which has biblical origins and is significant in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. In Russia and other Slavic countries, Illya is a popular name often associated with strength and heroism. The name has been borne by various historical figures and is celebrated in folklore.
Trend Summary
Illya has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ilya
- Ilia
International Variants
- Elías (Spanish)
- Eliyahu (Hebrew)
- Ilia (Bulgarian)
- Ilya (Russian)
Famous people named Illya
Illya Kovalchuk is a professional ice hockey player known for his time in the NHL.
Illya Repin was a renowned Russian painter recognized for his contributions to realism in art.
Illya Muromets is a legendary hero in Russian folklore, often depicted as a knight.
Illya Sutskever is a co-founder of OpenAI and a prominent figure in the field of artificial intelligence.
Fictional characters named Illya
Illya Yashiro is a character in the visual novel series 'Fate/Grand Order' known for her magical abilities.
Illya Kuryakin is a character from 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.' who serves as a secret agent.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Illya was first seen in the United States in 1965. Illya has ranked as high as #991 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Louisiana, South Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Illya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Illya (1969)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 35 |
| 1966 | 78 |
| 1967 | 56 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |