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Ilan

ee-LAHN

Popularity

#1444

stable

Letters

4

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

3,166

Peak Year

#153 in 2023

First Recorded

1965

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Nature-Inspired

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Ilan is a Hebrew name meaning 'tree'. It symbolizes strength, growth, and resilience.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Ilan Ramon

    First Israeli astronaut, tragically lost in Columbia disaster.

  • Ilan Goldfajn

    Brazilian economist, former IMF director.

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Personality Traits

stronggroundedintelligentpeaceful

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