Illya
ill-EE-uh
Popularity
#11454
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
Russian
Total Births
404
Peak Year
#89 in 1966
First Recorded
1965
Style
Spiritual & Biblical, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A Russian form of the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning "My God is the Lord".
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Illya Kuryakin
Fictional Russian spy in 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E'.
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