Illona
Illona is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,022 in the US, popular nicknames include Ill, Ily, and Illie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Illona first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 122 babies have been named Illona in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Illona is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,022 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,022
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Illona
Illona is a girl name .
Illona is currently ranked #48,022 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Illona include Ill, Ily, Illie, and Illoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis