Ilona
girl name#3832 in 2025Ilona entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #818 in 1946, ranks #3832 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
#3832
rank today
#818
peak (1946)
38
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2208 |
| 1910s | #2591 |
| 1920s | #3111 |
| 1930s | #2983 |
| 1940s | #954 |
| 1950s | #1360 |
| 1960s | #1949 |
| 1970s | #2963 |
| 1980s | #4770 |
| 1990s | #4870 |
| 2000s | #4791 |
| 2010s | #5043 |
| 2020s | #5377 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ilona has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania.
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Ilona are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ilona alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ilona in 2025?
- Ilona ranks #3832 among US girl names in 2025, with 38 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ilona most popular?
- Ilona peaked in 1946, reaching #818 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ilona with classmates?
- Ilona will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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