Ilya Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ilya Name at a Glance

Name	Ilya
Meaning	Abbreviation of Elijah 'My God is Jehovah.'.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ilya Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ilya means “Abbreviation of Elijah 'My God is Jehovah”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ilya Name Origin

Our database records Ilya under Russian origin. Browse more Russian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ilya a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ilya is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ilya

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