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Ilaria

ee-LAH-ree-ah

Ilaria is a girl’s name of Italian origin, meaning “Italian name meaning "cheerful" or "joyful." It is derived from the Latin 'hilaris'.”. It currently ranks #3986 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.

Letters6
Syllables4
OriginItalian

What Ilaria Means

Italian name meaning "cheerful" or "joyful." It is derived from the Latin 'hilaris'.

The Story of Ilaria

Across ancient Rome and sun-drenched Italian villages, this name carried laughter, and now it arrives for your daughter, a promise of pure joy.

Ilaria is a name that blooms from the Latin word 'hilaris,' meaning 'cheerful' and 'joyful.' It was a popular name among the ancient Romans, associated with mirth and lightheartedness. From its Roman origins, the name traveled through Italy, becoming a beloved choice in its melodic, Italian form. It has maintained its association with happiness throughout centuries, finding renewed popularity across continents.

To say 'Ilaria' is to feel a lightness in your chest, a gentle upward curve of your lips. It is the sound of a baby's first delighted gurgle, the feeling of sunshine on your skin. When you write 'Ilaria' on a birth announcement, you are not just naming a child, but inviting a continuous stream of optimism and delight into your home. This name echoes with the promise of a life filled with bright moments.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

CheerfulOptimisticFriendlyPlayful

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Peak Year

#57 in 2022

Total Births

726

First Recorded

1968

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