Ilaya
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ilaya
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Ilaya is a girl's name from Tamil. Translated, it means 'the youthful', 'the young girl', or 'the beauty from the village'.
What does the name Ilaya mean?
The name Ilaya comes from the Tamil language and is literally translated as 'the youthful', 'the young one', or 'the beauty from the village'. The root word lies in the Tamil term ilaya, which means 'young', 'youthful', or 'fresh'.
Where does the name Ilaya come from?
The name Ilaya has its roots in Tamil and stands for 'the youthful'.
How do you pronounce Ilaya?
The pronunciation of Ilaya is three syllables and sounds open. In German, the name is typically rendered as 'I-la-ja' [iˈlaːja], combining bright vowels and a flowing middle syllable. The sequence of the A-sounds gives the name a warm and expansive aura. Thus, Ilaya appears melodic and feminine – gentle, harmonious, and modern.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Ilaya enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,150th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2023 at rank 1,147. Over the last ten years, Ilaya has been chosen as a first name approximately 160 times, placing it 1,887th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,119th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ila / Ilo
Similar first names
Frequently asked questions about the name Ilaya
Where does the name Ilaya come from?
Ilaya has its roots in Tamil and is also used in other languages such as Arabic, Hebrew, and Indian.
What does the name Ilaya mean?
The name Ilaya literally means 'the youthful' or 'the beauty from the village' and is derived from the Tamil term ilaya, which means 'young' or 'fresh'.
How popular is the name Ilaya?
The popularity of the name Ilaya varies by region, but it is particularly widespread among Tamil communities.