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Ilene vs Ilma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ilene

Girl #5,678 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek Helen/Irene influence

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,678
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ilene Rank #5,678
Ilma Rank #38,965

Ilene is more popular, ranked #5678 vs #38965 for Ilma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ilene or Ilma more popular?

Ilene is more popular, ranked #5678 compared to Ilma at #38965 in the United States.

What do Ilene and Ilma mean?

Ilene means "bright, shining light" (Greek Helen/Irene influence origin).

Are Ilene and Ilma boy or girl names?

Ilene is primarily a girl name. Ilma is primarily a girl name.

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