Ilka

Pronunciation: [ IHLK-uh ]

Ilka is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,211 in the US.

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Girl Name #36,211 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Ilka is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced IHLK-uh.

Parents who love the name Ilka often also consider Cindylou, Queta, Demetri .

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Historical Record

Ilka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.

Over 249 babies have been named Ilka in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Ilka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,211 for girl names in the US .

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#36,211
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#36,211
Total SSA Count
6

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ilka

Is Ilka a boy or girl name?
Ilka is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Ilka?
Ilka is pronounced IHLK-uh.
How popular is the name Ilka?
Ilka is currently ranked #36211 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Ilka a common or rare name?
Ilka is an uncommon name, ranked #36211 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Ilka?
Ilka pairs well with Cindylou, Queta, Demetri, Smita in style and sound.

About the Name Ilka

Ilka is a girl name .

Ilka is currently ranked #36,211 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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