Ilona Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-LOH-nah / iˈloʊ.nəHungarian; Hebrew
Meaning
Hungarian: light; Hebrew: God is my light
Historical & Cultural Background
Ilona is a name of Hungarian origin, often associated with the name Helen. It has been popular in Hungary and among Hungarian communities worldwide. The name is also linked to Hebrew origins, where it carries a spiritual connotation. Ilona has been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting both beauty and illumination.
Trend Summary
Ilona has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., with a steady presence over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ilonka
International Variants
- Ileana (Spanish)
- Elena (Italian)
- Ilona (Polish)
Famous people named Ilona
Ilona Andrews is a bestselling author duo known for their urban fantasy novels.
Ilona Massey was a Hungarian-American actress and singer famous in the 1940s.
Ilona Koutny is a Polish artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Ilona
Ilona is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, known for her strong personality.
Ilona is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' where she is portrayed as a curious student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ilona was first seen in the United States in 1909. Ilona has ranked as high as #870 nationally, which occurred in 1946, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Ilona has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ilona (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 29 |
| 1940 | 75 |
| 1941 | 58 |
| 1942 | 82 |
| 1943 | 83 |
| 1944 | 52 |
| 1945 | 56 |
| 1946 | 102 |
| 1947 | 101 |
| 1948 | 56 |
| 1949 | 73 |
| 1950 | 72 |
| 1951 | 68 |
| 1952 | 75 |
| 1953 | 63 |
| 1954 | 59 |
| 1955 | 43 |
| 1956 | 53 |
| 1957 | 53 |
| 1958 | 45 |
| 1959 | 40 |
| 1960 | 35 |
| 1961 | 51 |
| 1962 | 32 |
| 1963 | 50 |
| 1964 | 38 |
| 1965 | 34 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 43 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 32 |
| 1970 | 40 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 27 |