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Heber vs Ilya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Heber

Boy #3,481 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beyond, one who crossed over"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Biblical Mormon/LDS

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,481
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Heber Rank #3,481
Ilya Rank #3,661

Heber is more popular, ranked #3481 vs #3661 for Ilya.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heber or Ilya more popular?

Heber is more popular, ranked #3481 compared to Ilya at #3661 in the United States.

What do Heber and Ilya mean?

Heber means "beyond, one who crossed over" (Hebrew origin). Ilya means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Heber and Ilya boy or girl names?

Heber is primarily a boy name. Ilya is primarily a boy name.

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