NAME PROFILE
Ilona
Ilona is a name of Hungarian origin meaning 'light' or 'torch.' It is often associated with brightness and illumination, symbolizing a warm and vibrant personality. Individuals named Ilona are often seen as inspiring and uplifting, bringing light to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,332 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1947 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1917 |
| Most recent | 2020 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 32%CA — 29%PA — 13%NJ — 13%OH — 12%
Notable People
Ilona Staller (Italian-Hungarian singer and actress) · Ilona Andrews (American author duo known for urban fantasy novels) · Ilona Mitrecey (French singer) · Ilona Massey (Hungarian actress and singer) · Ilona Szabó (Brazilian political scientist and activist)
Nicknames & Diminutives
IliLonaIlly
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