Ilish
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ilish first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 9 babies have been named Ilish in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ilish is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,087 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,087
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Ilish
Ilish is a girl name .
Ilish is currently ranked #12,087 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ilish include Ili, Ily, Ilie, and Ilikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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