Illona name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 21st, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek, Latin and Hungarian
Usage: German, French, English, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian and Finnish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Illona i-llo-na
Meaning: The Torch and Flanks
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What does Illona mean?

Offbeat Illona is originated from Hungarian, Latin and Old Greek is used in Finnish, English, Danish, Swedish, French, Norwegian and German used as a girl name, Illona means "The Torch or Flanks".

Illona is variation of predominant Ilona. Ilona is resulted from Ilia. Ilona is form of Helene in Hungarian language. Also Ilona is equivalent of Helen in English and Finnish languages. Offbeat Ilona came from Hungarian and Old Greek, meaning of Ilona is "Shining and The Torch".

Illona is derivative of Ilia. Ilia is variant of prevalent, biblical and timeless Elijah. Also Ilia is variant of celebrated and biblical Iliana. Ilia is abridged form of names ending in "Ilia".

Ilia is Greenlandic cognate of Elia. Ilia means Flanks is of Latin and Hebrew origin. Illona is celebrated on November 5th.

How do I pronounce Illona?

Three syllabled Illona is most commonly pronounced as i-llo-na.

Variants of Illona

Ilona, Helene, Helen, Csilla, Lona, Eilen, Leni, Leny, Selene, Eileen, Elle, Leona, Ilene, Helenmarie, Shalona, Lone

Names that rhyme with Illona

How popular is the name Illona?

A common name in France with over 1156 new-borns have been given the name since 1995. At its zenith in 2000, the moniker grabbed the 351st spot and 140 baby girls were given the name.

Illona is an uncommon baby name in United States, 22 years of presence was not sufficient to save the name and it finally disappeared in 1972. There are over 251 babies that have been given the name Illona in United States.

It had a short run of 4 years on Belgium girl names chart.

Also, Illona is a familiar name in South Africa, Indonesia, Russia, Ukraine and Germany. At least, 1000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearRankBirths
197282885
197079955
196658046
196467625
196063875
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Illona in Nordic countries

CountriesWomen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands3115
Sweden1624
Norway165
Denmark410

Numerological analysis of Illona

You are hard to figure. Although you are not walking that path right now, you have a plan on letting everything go and follow your heart for once in your life. The letter A as your capstone represents your passion for greater achievements. Break free from your comfort zone. Quit whatever's making you unhappy and disturb the balance in your life, so you can feel alive. Having letter A at the end of your name symbolizes your free thinking and an open mind.

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Middle names for Illona

We've compiled a list of the familiar and well-received middle names for Illona below.

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Sibling Names for Illona

If you're considering the name Illona for your new baby girl, you may also be on the hunt for sibling names that perfectly complement her moniker. To help inspire your search, here are some possible options that flow well with Illona, each with its own unique style and meaning.

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Famous people named Illona

  • Illona Linthwaite in The Befuddled Box of Betty Buttifint as Actress
  • Illona Wieselmann, from 1942 crime and drama flick Afsporet, who characterized Esther Berthelsen.

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