Illya
boy nameIllya entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #827 in 1966, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
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rank today
#827
peak (1966)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #1318 |
| 1970s | #3684 |
| 1980s | #6842 |
| 1990s | #7893 |
| 2000s | #10393 |
| 2010s | #11437 |
| 2020s | #12186 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Illya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Illya alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Illya in 2025?
- Illya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Illya most popular?
- Illya peaked in 1966, reaching #827 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Illya with classmates?
- Illya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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