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Ilythia

il-ITH-ee-uh

Ilythia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variation of Eileithyia, the Greek goddess of childbirth and midwifery.”, and peaked in popularity in 2012.

Letters7
Syllables4
OriginGreek

What Ilythia Means

A variation of Eileithyia, the Greek goddess of childbirth and midwifery.

The Story of Ilythia

This name echoes the ancient power of birth, a tribute to the goddess who ushers in new life.

Ilythia is a variation of Eileithyia, the revered Greek goddess of childbirth and midwifery. Her name was invoked to ease labor and ensure safe passage for both mother and child.

The sound of Ilythia resonates with primal strength and nurturing energy. It’s a name for your daughter, a child you see arriving with a powerful, grounding presence. You envision her embodying care and resilience throughout her life.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

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

Personality Traits

NurturingEmpatheticStrong

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Peak Year

#5 in 2012

Total Births

5

First Recorded

2012

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